Concept explainers
The distance jumped by a person can jump on the moon as compared to Earth.
Answer to Problem 25P
6 times farther on moon as compared to earth.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The initial velocity on moon and earth is same and angle of projection for both is same acceleration due to gravity on moon is one-sixth
Formula Used :
Horizontal Range :
Calculation :
Substituting the values
Conclusion :
Thus, a person can jump 6 times farther on moon as compared to earth.
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