A Descending Elevator Is Subject to a Constant Rate of Acceleration,dropping

question 79

Multiple Choice

A descending elevator is subject to a constant rate of acceleration,dropping 50.0 m as it goes from an initial velocity of 15.0 m/s downward,to rest.As a percentage of the occupants' masses,what is their apparent weight?

• A)66%
• B)77%
• C)100%
• D)123%
• E)134%

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