An apple bruises if a force greater than 8.0 n is exerted on it. would a 0.10-kg apple be likely to bruise if it falls 2.0 m and stops after sinking 0.060 m into the grass? assume the deceleration of the apple during the sinking is constant. what is the magnitude of the force the ground exerts on the apple in this case?

Magnitude of force = F = 33.64 N

The magnitude of the force exceeds the maximum force 8 N which apple can bear without being bruises. So, Apple will damage when it falls from 2.0 m.  

Explanation:

m = 0.10 kg

h = 2.0 m

x = 0.06 m  

According to work energy principle:

Change in potential energy = work done by grass  

mg(h+x) = F.x

(0.10)(9.8)(2+0.06) = F×0.06

F = 33.64 N

Hence, apple will bruise.