An elevator of mass 400 kg has an occupant of mass 100 kg. The elevator is initially at rest. What is the person's apparent weight?
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The person's actual weight is the force exerted by gravity on them. This is calculated by multiplying their mass by the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.8 m/s² on Earth). So, the person's actual weight is 100 kg * 9.8 m/s² = 980 N (Newtons). Show more…
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