Miguel, the 70.0 kg bullfighter, runs toward an angry bull at a speed of 4.20 m/s. The 550. kg bull charges toward Migeul at 12.0 m/s and Miguel must jump on the bull's back at the last minute to avoid being run over.  a. Hypothesize what type of collision this is? Explain your reasoning and how you would mathematically prove the type of collision.

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Miguel, the 70.0 kg bullfighter, runs toward an angry bull at a speed of 4.20 m/s. The 550. kg bull charges toward Migeul at 12.0 m/s and Miguel must jump on the bull's back at the last minute to avoid being run over. 

a. Hypothesize what type of collision this is? Explain your reasoning and how you would mathematically prove the type of collision. 

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