IB/AP Physics Help: Trampoline Acceleration Graph

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The discussion focuses on understanding the acceleration graph of a girl jumping on a trampoline. Key points include analyzing her motion at different stages: at the peak of her jump, she experiences downward acceleration; while falling, her acceleration is influenced by gravity; and upon hitting the trampoline, she experiences a sudden change in acceleration. The acceleration will vary throughout her jump, being negative during the ascent and descent, and positive when compressing the trampoline. A clear understanding of these phases is crucial for accurately depicting the acceleration graph over time.
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Homework Statement



A girl jumps up and down several times on a trampoline( sheet stretched horizontally by springs at the sides). What will the graph of her acceleration as a function of time look like?


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i don't think one is needed

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I have no idea what to do!
 
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princessabeez said:
3. The Attempt at a Solution

I have no idea what to do!

First try to describe the motion in words. When she is at the top of her jump, will she be accelerating up or down? How about when she is halfway through falling? And what about when the hits the trampoline? When she is halfway back up to the top of her jump, will she be speeding up or slowing down?
 
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