Can force affect the speed of an arrow leaving a bow?

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Doubling the average force exerted on an arrow from a bow will increase its speed upon release, contrary to the initial assumption that speed would remain constant. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding impulse, which relates force and the change in momentum. Participants are encouraged to show their calculations for better assistance. The community suggests posting such problems in dedicated homework forums for more structured help. Understanding the relationship between force and speed is crucial in solving this type of physics problem.
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This problem is telling me that an arrow is shot from a bow with a speed of 20.5 m/s. THen asking if the average force exerted on the arrow were doubled with everything else staying the same, with what speed would the arrow leave the bow? I am just confused I thought it would stay the same? Can anyone help?
 
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