The Power of Determination: Calculating Average Force

How can we calculate the average force of air resistance exerted on a falling stunt man?

A stunt man, weighing 82 kg, falls off the top of a large building and achieves a speed of 22 m/s after falling for 65 meters. How do we determine the average force of air resistance during his fall?

Calculating the Average Force of Air Resistance

To calculate the average force of air resistance exerted on the falling stunt man, we need to first determine his kinetic energy and then use the formula for work. Let's break it down step by step:

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