Question

Lorentz transformations are based on the principle of consistency of the velocity of light.

(a) True

(b) False

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Answer 1

The correct option is (a) True

For explanation I would say: In Lorentz transformation, if the particle is moving with the velocity of light in a frame, it’s velocity as observed from another frame remains c. This proves that Lorentz transformation is based on the principle of consistency of light.