Free Fall vs Jetpack: Will He/She Stay Afloat?

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A person falling from the sky has a weak jetpack that can only generate an upward force equal to gravitational force (Fg). The discussion centers on whether the individual will stay afloat or crash, depending on how the thrust is aimed. The lack of specific acceleration details complicates the analysis of the situation. Participants note that the question requires more information to determine the outcome accurately. The thread has been closed due to a request for proper posting in the Homework Help forums.
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There is a random person falling from the sky. He remembers that he has a jetpack. Unfortunately, his jetpack is weak and is only able to provide upward force equivalent to Fg.

WILL HE?SHE STAY AFLOAT OR WILL HE?SHE CRASH INTO THE GROUND?
What acceleration will he/she hit the ground?
 
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Dhruvish said:
What acceleration will he/she hit the ground?
Depends on which way he/she aims the thrust.
 
the thing is the question does not specify at all the acceleration its just an upwards force?
 
Thanks for your help
 
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