Question
Physics Question on Forces
A person is standing in an elevator. In which situation, he experiences weight loss?
A
When the elevator moves upward with constant acceleration
B
When the elevator moves downward with constant acceleration
C
When the elevator moves upward with uniform velocity
D
When the elevator moves downward with uniform velocity
Answer
When the elevator moves downward with constant acceleration
Explanation
Solution
Apparent weight =m(g–a)
⇒ Weight loss in downward accelerated elevator
So, the correct option is (B): When the elevator moves downward with constant acceleration