Magnitude of normal force from ceiling to man

In summary, the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man is the amount of force exerted by the ceiling on the man in an upward direction, typically around 600-800 Newtons. It is calculated using the formula F = mg, where F is force, m is mass, and g is the acceleration due to gravity. The magnitude of normal force can change depending on factors such as the man's weight and the surface he is standing on. If the magnitude of normal force is greater than the man's weight, he will experience an upward acceleration. Normal force cannot be negative and is always positive or zero.
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Homework Statement


tall strongman of mass m = 93 kg stands upon a scale while at the same time pushing on the ceiling in a small room.If the scale reads 1062 N (about 239 lb), what is the magnitude of the normal force that the ceiling exerts on the strongman?



Homework Equations



N=m x g

The Attempt at a Solution



N= 93kg x 9.81= 912 N
 
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N = mg is not correct. Try drawing a good free-body diagram for the man. You'll need to consider how many forces act on the man and what direction they point.
 

Related to Magnitude of normal force from ceiling to man

1. What is the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man?

The magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man is the amount of force exerted by the ceiling on the man in an upward direction. It is equal to the weight of the man, which is typically around 600-800 Newtons.

2. How is the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man calculated?

The magnitude of normal force is calculated using the formula F = mg, where F is force, m is mass, and g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s²). To find the normal force from the ceiling to a man, you would use the man's weight as the force (F) and divide it by the acceleration due to gravity (g).

3. Does the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man change?

Yes, the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man can change depending on different factors. For example, if the man's weight changes, the normal force will also change. Additionally, if the man is standing on an inclined surface, the normal force will be less than the man's weight due to the component of his weight acting parallel to the surface.

4. What happens if the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man is greater than the man's weight?

If the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man is greater than the man's weight, the man will experience an upward acceleration. This can happen if the man is in an elevator accelerating upwards or if he is standing on a surface that is accelerating upwards.

5. Can the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man be negative?

No, the magnitude of normal force from the ceiling to a man cannot be negative. Normal force is defined as the force exerted by a surface on an object in a direction perpendicular to the surface. It cannot act in the opposite direction, so it is always positive or zero.

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