When a 45-Kg Person Steps on a Scale in an Elevator,the

question 34

Multiple Choice

When a 45-kg person steps on a scale in an elevator,the scale reads a steady 480 N.Which of the following statements must be true? (There could be more than one correct choice. )

• A)The elevator is accelerating upward at a constant rate.
• B)The elevator is accelerating downward at a constant rate.
• C)The elevator is moving upward at a constant rate.
• D)From the given information,we cannot tell if the elevator is moving up or down.

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Definitions:

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor members of one's own group over those in other groups.

Scapegoat Theory

A psychological and sociological concept where individuals or groups are unfairly blamed for problems not of their making, often to deflect responsibility from the true sources.

Just-world Phenomenon

is the cognitive bias to believe that the world is fair and people get what they deserve, often used to rationalize injustice.

Unconscious Patronization

Subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory behavior towards a marginalized group, influenced by unconscious biases.