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The formula is F = mgh, where F is the force, m is the mass of the load, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2), and h is the height the load is being lifted.
The mass should be in kilograms (kg) and the height should be in meters (m).
Yes, the weight of the lifting mechanism should be included in the mass of the load (m) in the formula.
Yes, this formula can be used for any type of lifting mechanism as long as the height (h) is measured from the ground to the highest point the load is being lifted to.
In addition to the mass of the load and the height it is being lifted, other factors that may need to be considered include frictional forces, air resistance, and the efficiency of the lifting mechanism.