[GH85Carrera]

This riddle about a harrowing life or death situation combines skill, forethought, and proves how math and physics might be used in everyday life.
Would you survive this situation?

The Setup:
You are on a horse, moving forward at a constant speed.
On your right side is a sharp drop off.
On your left side is an elephant traveling at the same speed as you.
Directly in front of you is a bounding kangaroo, and your horse is unable to overtake it.
Directly behind you is a lion, running at the same speed as you and the kangaroo.
The Question:
What must you do to get out of this seemingly dangerous situation safely?
The Answer:
Get your drunk ass off that merry-go-round and go home to sleep it off.