In terms of conservation of momentum explain why it is not a good idea to jump from a rowboat to a dock that seems just within jumping distance, if the boat is not tied to the dock.

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Madeline Snow

6 March, 21:25

In terms of conservation of momentum explain why it is not a good idea to jump from a rowboat to a dock that seems just within jumping distance, if the boat is not tied to the dock.

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Barbara Frey · Answer 1

It is dangerous to jump from rowboat to a dock because you may end up hurting yourself.

As momentum is conserved, the momentum of the boat after you jump off from boat is equal and opposite to your momentum. So you end up landing far behind than you expected and hurt yourself.