Suppose that, while in a squatting position, you stand on your hands, and then you pull up on your feet with a great deal of force. You are applying a large force to the bottoms of your feet, but no matter how strong you are, you will never be able to lift yourself off the ground. Use your understanding of force and motion to explain why this is not possible.

Suppose that, while in a squatting position, you stand on your hands, and then you pull up on your feet with a great deal of force. You are applying a large force to the bottoms of your feet, but no matter how strong you are, you will never be able to lift yourself off the ground. Use your understanding of force and motion to explain why this is not possible.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

1st Edition

ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter5: Newton's Laws Of Motion

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 53PQ: Does the ground need to exert a force on you for you to jump off the ground, or do you need to exert...

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