According to the impulse-momentum relationship Ft = change in mv, a falling bungee jumper has momentum which is reduced by the force F exerted by the bungee cord. If v is the speed of the jumper, then m in the equation is the mass of the
A) jumper.
B) cord.
C) ground below.
D) none of the above
Answer: A
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