A long-jumper runs before jumping because

He covers a greater distance

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He maintains momentum conservation

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He gains energy by running

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He gains momentum

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Solution

The correct option is D He gains momentum
to gain momentum so that the range that he jumps is long

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An athlete runs some distance before a long jump because

a) it helps him to apply large force

b) by running force increase

c) he gains energy

d) to get large inertia of Motion

Why does a long jumper runs before running?

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