Question

An athlete runs some distance before taking a long jump because

Answer 1

so that the speed will be increased

Answer 2

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This is because in doing so, he acquires the energy of motion.

The velocity acquired by running is added to the velocity of the Athlete at the time of jump.

Hence, Athlete can jump over a longer distance due to the increased inertia of motion.

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