What force has to be exerted on a mass 60kg to give it an acceleration of 10ms−² vertically upwards? [g = 10ms−²]

A. 300N
B. 600N
C. 1200N
D. 400N

Correct Answer:

Option C – 1200N

Explanation

F = Ma + mg = 60 x 10 x 60 x 10 = 1200N