You ride on an elevator that is moving upward with constant speed while standing on a bathroom scale. The reading on the scale is
A)equal to your true weight, mg.
B)more than your true weight, mg.
C)less than your true weight, mg.
D)could be more or less than your true weight, mg, depending on the value of the speed.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the elevator moves upward with constant speed, there is no net acceleration. Therefore, the reading on the scale reflects your true weight, mg, as the forces are balanced.

You Ride on an Elevator That Is Moving Upward with Constant