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    Question

    The apparent weight of a person in a lift moving

    downward with uniform acceleration is: 
    A Greater than the weight when stationary Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Twice the weight when stationary Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Less than the weight when stationary Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The same as the weight when stationary Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    When a lift moves downward with uniform acceleration, the apparent weight of a person decreases due to reduced normal force.

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