Question

An athlete always runs some distance before taking a jump . why

Answer 1

Answer:

Because by running he gains the potential energy and by jumping he convert's into kinetic energy...

Answer 2

Answer: hello,

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Why does an athlete run some distance before taking a jump. Answer: An athlete runs before jumping to gain momentum. Because it helps in jumping higher and longer because of inertia of motion gained due to the motion.

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