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Chapter 7 Problem 52

Question

Problem 52PE

Very large forces are produced in joints when a person jumps from some height to the ground. (a) Calculate the magnitude of the force produced if an 80.0-kg person jumps from a 0.600–m-high ledge and lands stiffly, compressing joint material 1.50 cm as a result. (Be certain to include the weight of the person.) (b) In practice the knees bend almost involuntarily to help extend the distance over which you stop. Calculate the magnitude of the force produced if the stopping distance is 0.300 m. (c) Compare both forces with the weight of the person.

Solution

Step 1 of 4

We have to find the magnitude of the force in given conditions and we have to compare the net force with weight of the person

According to work energy theorem

Work done = change in energy

…………………….(1)

is the change in kinetic energy

is the change in potential energy

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Title College Physics  1 
Author Paul Peter Urone, Roger Hinrichs
ISBN 9781938168000

Very large forces are produced in joints when a person

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