Does Light Ever Travel Faster or Slower Than Speed C?

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The discussion centers on the claim from Richard Feynman's 'Strange Theory of Light and Matter' that light can travel faster or slower than the speed of light in a vacuum (C), but averages out to C. Participants emphasize the importance of precise language and context when interpreting Feynman's work. They suggest that the original text should be referenced for clarity, as misinterpretations can lead to confusion regarding the nature of light's speed.

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I read from 'strange theory of light and matter' by feynman that light also travels faster and slower than C but on an average it travels at C..can anyone explain the reason behind or give me some links..
 
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I suggest that you reread which ever passage that you're alluding to, or perphaps copy, word for word, the exerpt, so that it may be explained to you in other words.
 

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