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How much force is needed to stop a 50 kg gymnast if he decelerates at 25 m/s^2 In net forces
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How much force is needed to stop a 50 kg gymnast if he decelerates at 25 m/s^2

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The force can be calculated by multiplying the mass of the gymnast with her acceleration.

Force = 50 kg × 25 m/s2
Force = 1250 N

A force of at least 1250 N can stop the 50-kg gymnast.

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