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Jimmy87
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Homework Statement
I have attached the homework question as it is on a graph so easier to see as attachment. I am stuck with last last part about sketching onto the graph the actual correct motion of the parachute
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The Attempt at a Solution
I have attached my attempt and the answer. My thinking is that the correct motion must start on the original line as this is acceleration due to gravity. It would then still accelerate but at a decreasing rate due to air resistance (which increase with speed) up to 12s. From 12s it would then decelerate in some time interval rather than go from 12s to 6s in zero time as the original graph shows. I can't tell how many marks I would get and don't really understand the answer. What does "decelerating phase parallel but sooner mean"? Parallel to what and sooner than what? And I have no idea what it means by "areas under graphs should be equal".
Thanks for any help offered.