The net force acting on the bin can be calculated by subtracting the force due to gravity from the force applied by the crane.
The force due to gravity can be calculated using the formula:
F_gravity = m * g
Where:
m = mass of the bin = 250 kg
g = acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/s^2
F_gravity = 250 kg * 9.8 m/s^2
F_gravity = 2450 N
The net force can be calculated by subtracting the force due to gravity from the force applied by the crane:
Net force = 3200 N - 2450 N
Net force = 750 N
So, the magnitude of the net force acting on the bin is 750 N. The direction of the net force is upwards, as it is the direction in which the crane is pulling on the bin.
A crane pulls upwards on a 250 kg bin with a force of 3200 N.
Ignore any air resistance, and determine the magnitude and direction of the net force acting on the bin.
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