Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (Chs 1-42) Plus Mastering Physics with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (4th Edition)
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Chapter 6, Problem 18EAP
It takes the elevator in a skyscraper 4.0 s to reach its cruising speed of 10 m/s. A 60 kg passenger gets aboard on the ground floor. What is the passenger’s weight
A. Before the elevator starts moving?
b. While the elevator is speeding up?
c. After the elevator reaches its cruising speed?
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