Question

Summing Up 1 Why is it important that a bungee jumper be brought to a halt gradually? 2. How does the impulse = changein momentum formula, Ftsmav apply tothis activity? 3. Exactly why did the string break when there was less "give" to the meterstick? The breaking strength of the string most certainly plays a role in this activity. How does the length of the string play a role? 4. How does the falling mass play a role? Will twice the mass require twice the stopping force if it is brought to a halt in the same time? Defend your answer. 5. 6. Why is it important that fishing rods bend?

Answer 1

1) It is important that a bungee jumper be brought to a halt gradually the value of the force applied on him would be smaller, slowly decelerating him until he is at rest. If it happens suddenly, the force applied on the bungee jumper would be very large and this sudden stop could be dangerous because his body is not at rest.