Proving Velocity Vector Magnitude Equals c

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The discussion focuses on proving that the magnitude of the velocity vector equals the speed of light, c. The user attempts to substitute equations for the transformed velocity components into the equation for the magnitude but does not achieve the correct result. Another participant notes that there is insufficient information provided, as the magnitude of the 3-velocity typically does not equal c. The user acknowledges the need for more context and plans to gather additional information before posting further results. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying principles of relativistic velocity transformations.
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Homework Statement


show that ## V\prime=\sqrt{ V_{x}^\prime{ ^2} + V_{y}^\prime{ ^2} + V_{z}^\prime{ ^2}} = c## -------------1

Homework Equations


##V_{x}^\prime{ ^2}=\frac{V_x - V }{1-{\frac{V V_x}{c^2}}}## -----------------2

##V_{y}^\prime{ ^2}=\frac{V_y \sqrt{1-{\frac{V^2}{c^2}}}}{1-{\frac{V V_x}{c^2}}}## ------------3

##V_{z}^\prime{ ^2}=\frac{V_z \sqrt{1-{\frac{V^2}{c^2}}}}{1-{\frac{V V_x}{c^2}}}## -----------4

The Attempt at a Solution



i tried to just substitute the 3 equations (2,3,4) in eq. 1 but i didnt get the right answer
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There's not enough information. Usually there is some sort of context since, in general, the magnitude of the 3-velocity is not c.
Work through in order - starting from the full problem statement.
 
Ok thank you for your answer. I must collect some more information and will post my results if i get some
 
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