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Explain the concept of apparent weight.
Explain the concept of apparent weight.
The apparent weight is the force experienced by an object due to the combination of its actual weight and any additional forces acting on it.
How does apparent weight change in an elevator moving upward with constant speed?
How does apparent weight change in an elevator moving upward with constant speed?
In an elevator moving upward with constant speed, the apparent weight of a person will be slightly less than their actual weight.
Why does a person feel heavier in an elevator moving downward with constant speed?
Why does a person feel heavier in an elevator moving downward with constant speed?
A person feels heavier in an elevator moving downward with constant speed because the apparent weight is slightly more than their actual weight.