A spring-like trampoline dips down 0.05 m when a particular person stands on it. If this person jumps up to a height of 0.28 m above the top of the uncompressed trampoline, how far will the trampoline compress after the person lands?

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jaredstone4 · Answer

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jaredstone4 · Answer

Just figured this question out. I see you're responding right now matt101, so thank you but no help needed haha. I have another question though actually that I'm going to post separately.

matt101 · Answer

Oh haha no worries!

Was taking me some time typing out the equations. Tag me in your next question and I'll be happy to help! Just out of curiosity, what was your answer for this question?

jaredstone4 · Answer

I got .22m and it was correct. I used the equation mgh + mgx = 1/2kx^2, using mg = .05k.