A person can jump higher on the moon than on Earth because the gravitational force on the moon is weaker than on Earth. This means that when a person exerts a pushing force against the ground to jump, they have to overcome less gravitational force pulling them back down, allowing them to achieve a higher jump.
When you jump, you exert a pushing force against the ground. Gravity pulls you back down.
Why can a person jump higher on the moon than on Earth? (1 point)
• The gravitational force on the moon is weaker than on Earth.
O A person weighs more on the moon than on Earth.
• Pushing forces are stronger on the moon than on Earth
• A person has less mass on the moon than on Earth.
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