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AP Physics C: Mechanics 2.6 C Describe the Conditions Under Which the Magnitude of a Systems Apparent Weight Is Different From the Magnitude Questions

Practise AP Physics C: Mechanics 2.6.C by comparing scale readings with gravitational force and using the difference to identify elevator acceleration.

Syllabus
Effective Fall 2024
Course
AP Physics C: Mechanics

Exam points

  • Compare a scale’s normal-force reading with mg to infer the direction of elevator acceleration.

AP Physics C: Mechanics 2.6 C Describe the Conditions Under Which the Magnitude of a Systems Apparent Weight Is Different From the Magnitude Questions question 1

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A student with a mass of 50 kg is standing on a bathroom scale while riding in an elevator. If the reading on the scale is 400 N , which of the following is a correct description of the elevator's motion?

A

Moving upward with increasing speed

B

Moving upward with constant speed

C

Moving downward with constant speed

D

Moving downward with increasing speed

E

Moving downward with decreasing speed

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