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What is the normal force and gravitational force on a 55 kg person standing stationary?

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Answer:

539.55 N for both

Step-by-step explanation:

F=ma

Mass is given at 55kg

And when finding gravitational force gravity's constant is an acceleration of 9.81m/s

F=(55)(9.81)

F= 539.55 N (for both)

Normal force cancels out gravitational force that's why we don't fall throught the floor.

We push down on the floor due to gravitational force but normal force keeps us upright pushing an equal amount back.

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