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A 969 n sky diver has opened his parachute to slow his descent to a constant speed the parachute applies 1,323 n of force. what deceleration does he experiences

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Answer:

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Step-by-step explanation:

Find mass of skydiver

F = mg

969 = m ( 9.81) so m = 98.8 kg

NET deccel force = 1323-969 = 354 N

F=ma

354 = 98.8 (a) = 3.58 m/s^2 decceleration

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