Located 100 [km] from a transmitting radio tower

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The discussion focuses on calculating the time it takes for a radio signal to travel 100 kilometers from a transmitting tower. The speed of light is established as the signal's speed, approximately 299,792 kilometers per second. The correct formula involves dividing the distance (100,000 meters) by the speed of light (c), yielding a travel time of approximately 0.000333 seconds or 333 microseconds. Participants clarified the importance of using the correct units and signs in calculations.

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Homework Statement



If you are located 100 [km] from a transmitting radio tower, how long would it take the
signal to reach you?

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Have no clue how to start.
 
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What is the speed of the signal?
 


got it. i keep dividing speed of light/100000. messed up on my signs and it should of been 100000/c
 

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