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The distance of a galaxy from the earth is `5.6 xx 10^(25)` m. Assuming the speed of light to be `3 xx 10^8` m `s^(-1)` find the time taken by light to travel this distance.

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To find the time taken by light to travel the distance of a galaxy from Earth, we can use the formula: \[ \text{Time} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}} \] ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Given Values:** - Distance to the galaxy, \( d = 5.6 \times 10^{25} \) m ...
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