An Elevator Is Moving Upward with Constant Acceleration

question 30

Multiple Choice

An elevator is moving upward with constant acceleration. The dashed curve shows the position y of the ceiling of the elevator as a function of the time t. At the instant indicated by the dot, a bolt breaks loose and drops from the ceiling. Which curve best represents the position of the bolt as a function of time?

• A) A
• B) B
• C) C
• D) D
• E) E

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