Physics Motion in a Straight Line JEE Main 2022 - ( Motion in One Dimensional ) MCQ (Single Correct)

A person is standing in an elevator. In which situation, he experiences weight loss ?

A
When the elevator moves upward with constant acceleration
B
When the elevator moves downward with constant acceleration
C
When the elevator moves upward with uniform velocity
D
When the elevator moves downward with uniform velocity

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The correct answer is:
B

mg - N = ma

N = m(g - a)

Person experiences weightless, when acceleration of lift is downward

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