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Physics

Relative Velocity

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When two cars approach each other at 60 mph each, their relative velocity is 120 mph – faster than either alone, yet neither breaks the speed limit.

Why this is interesting

You're sitting in a train, watching another train pass by. Sometimes it seems like you're moving, even when you're not. Why does motion feel different depending on your perspective?