A boy weighing 500N holds a weight of 120N in his hand above his head. What is the reaction force

A boy weighing 500N holds a weight of 120N in his hand above his head. What is the reaction force of the support acting on the boy?

Task data: Pm (boy’s weight) = 500 N; Pr (weight of the kettlebell held by the boy) = 120 N.

The reaction force of the support acting on the boy is determined by the formula: N = m * g * cosƟ = P * cos 0º = Pm + Pg.

Let’s calculate: N = 500 + 120 = 620 N.

Answer: The reaction force of the support of 620 N acts on the boy.



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