A Man Riding in an Elevator Has an Apparent Weight

question 58

Multiple Choice

A man riding in an elevator has an apparent weight greater than his actual weight.Which one of the following statements could be true?

• A)The elevator moves upward with constant speed.
• B)The elevator moves downward with constant speed.
• C)The elevator moves upward with decreasing speed.
• D)The elevator moves downward with decreasing speed.
• E)The elevator moves downward with increasing speed.

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Definitions:

Vestibular Ligaments

Fibrous connective tissue that supports and stabilizes the structures of the vestibular system, important for balance.

Oropharynx

The middle section of the pharynx, located behind the mouth and extending to the upper edge of the larynx.

Nasopharynx

The region of the pharynx that sits above the soft palate and is connected to the nasal cavities, playing a role in respiration and speech.

Parietal Pleura

The outer layer of the pleura that lines the inner wall of the thoracic cavity.