Question

Step 1. In an idealized situation, what speed would a 100 kg (body + skis) jumper have at the bottom of a ramp (formally referred to as the “in-run”) that is inclined at an angle of 36 degrees and has a length of 90 meters?

Step 2. Now, assume idealized conditions, and consider that the end of the ramp curves so that the jumper leaves the ramp at an angle of 10 degrees below the horizontal (ignoring any jumping motion of the skier). Let us also simplify the problem and imagine that there is no slope and instead the skier lands on flat ground (very dangerous) located a vertical distance of 75 meters below the end of the ramp. What is the expected horizontal distance traveled from the end of the ramp to the landing point using your answer from the previous question?

Please include appropriate drawings and step by step solution. Thank you in advance!

Answer 1