You are moving in an elevator with constant speed, on the way up. Which of these statements correctly describes the normal force exerted by the floor of the elevator on you?
A)It is equal to your weight when you are off the elevator.
B)It is greater than your weight when you are off the elevator.
C)It is less than your weight when you are off the elevator.
D)It is equal to your mass when you are off the elevator.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the elevator moves with constant speed (up or down), there is no acceleration in the vertical direction. Therefore, the normal force exerted by the floor of the elevator on you equals your weight, just as it would if you were standing still off the elevator.

You Are Moving in an Elevator with Constant Speed, on the Way