Phil stands at rest with both feet on a scale that reads 500 N. When he gently lifts one foot, the scale reads
A)less than 500 N.
B)500 N.
C)more than 500 N.

Name: Phil stands at rest with both feet on a scale that reads 500 N. When he gently lifts one foot, the scale reads A)less than 500 N. B)500 N. C)more than 500 N.
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When Phil lifts one foot, his weight is still fully supported by the other foot on the scale, so the scale continues to read 500 N, the total weight of Phil.

Phil Stands at Rest with Both Feet on a Scale