Force Problem: Calculating Ground Force on Jumping Boy with Stiff-Legged Landing

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In summary, a force problem is a physics problem that involves calculating forces and determining an object's motion. To calculate ground force on a jumping boy with a stiff-legged landing, use the equation F = m * a and consider gravitational and muscular forces. Steps to solving a force problem include identifying forces, drawing a diagram, using Newton's laws, and solving for variables. A stiff-legged landing is important for accuracy because it eliminates force absorption. This type of problem can be applied in sports and engineering.
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A boy weighing 4.00 *10^2 N jumps from a height of
2.00 m to the ground below. Assume that the force of the
ground on his feet is constant.
Compute the force of the ground on his feet if he
jumps stiff-legged, the ground compresses 2.00 cm,
and the compression of tissue and bones is negligible

solution:

F = (4.00*10^2/9.8)(9.8) + (4.00*10^2) = 800
answer is 4.04 *10^4 N
 
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Could I use the formula

Wnc = ΔE ?
 
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Nevermind I got it
 

Related to Force Problem: Calculating Ground Force on Jumping Boy with Stiff-Legged Landing

1. What is a force problem?

A force problem is a type of physics problem that involves calculating the forces acting on an object and determining the resulting motion of that object.

2. How do you calculate ground force on a jumping boy with a stiff-legged landing?

To calculate the ground force on a jumping boy with a stiff-legged landing, you would need to use the equation F = m * a, where F is force, m is mass, and a is acceleration. You would also need to consider the gravitational force and the force exerted by the boy's muscles.

3. What are the steps to solving a force problem?

The steps to solving a force problem include: identifying the forces acting on the object, drawing a free-body diagram, setting up equations using Newton's laws of motion, and solving for the unknown variables.

4. Why is it important to use a stiff-legged landing in this problem?

A stiff-legged landing allows for a more accurate calculation of the ground force because it eliminates the bending and absorption of force by the boy's legs. This allows for a more direct transfer of force to the ground.

5. How can this force problem be applied in real life?

This type of force problem can be applied in sports, such as basketball or volleyball, where players need to jump and land with a stiff-legged posture. It can also be used in engineering to design structures that can withstand the force of a person jumping or landing on them.

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