Question: G-force experienced by a jumper (using DE) The equation mv = Kv^2 - mg describes the velocity (negative velocity points downwards) of a parachute jumper

G-force experienced by a jumper (using DE) The equation mv = Kv^2 - mg describes the velocity (negative velocity points downwards) of a parachute jumper of mass m subject to gravity g and wind resistance Kv^2. m = 100 kg, g = 10 m/s^2, K = 10 kg/m. Suppose that at t=0, v(0) = -20 m/s. Find the time at which the acceleration v is the largest in absolute value. At that momment, whats the g-force experienced by the jumper (answer in "g units").  

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