A crate (100 kg) is in an elevator traveling upward and slowing down at 6 m/s2. Find the normal force exerted on the crate by the elevator. Assume g

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Answer:

380 N

Explanation:

Forces: gravity mg (downward), Normal force N (upward)

Acceleration: Note velocity is up, but slowing down, so acceleration is opposite to velocity, or downward

Newton's 2nd law:

mg - N = ma

N = m(g - a) = 100(9.8 - 6) = 380 N