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What is the speed of light in free space ?

A

`3 xx 10^7` m/s

B

`3 xx 10^8` m/s

C

`3 xx 10^(11)` m/s

D

`3 xx 10^5` m/s

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B
The speed of light in free space is `3 xx 10^8` m/s.
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