As Shown in This Figure, an Observer in a Windowless

question 87

Multiple Choice

As shown in this figure, an observer in a windowless room notices that light from a flashlight does not follow a straight path, but instead seems to be bent downwards as it crosses the room. What does the observer conclude is happening?

• A) The room is experiencing an acceleration from gravity.
• B) The room is accelerating upward.
• C) Both A and B at the same time.
• D) Either A or B; it is impossible to tell the difference.
• E) Either A or B, depending on whether massive objects in the room fall downward or float upward when released.

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