Introduction to Classical Mechanics · Problem 10.2

Accelerating frames of reference — Morin

Physics — Mechanics · centrifugal-force-rotating-earth

Problem

Longjumping in geffg_{\text{eff}}If a longjumper can jump 8 meters at the north pole, how far can he jump at the equator? Assume that geffg_{\text{eff}} is 0.5\% less at the equator than at the north pole (although this is only approximate). Ignore effects of wind resistance, temperature, and runways made of ice.

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