There are several things to notice about this jump:

1. The path of the center of gravity always follows a parabola
2. The vertical displacement, or height of the jump, can be measured from the top of the parabola to level of the center of gravity at take off, and
3. The horizontal displacement, distance of the jump, can be measured from the position of the center of gravity at take off to the position of the center of gravity at landing.

Identify the variables just mentioned during this jump. Press the Go Forward button to display the jump and watch the path of the center of gravity which is traced for you.

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