Physics

Physics

Problem

A 5 kg5\,\text{kg} suitcase is hung from a spring balance fixed to the ceiling of a lift. The balance reads 49 N49\,\text{N} when the lift is at rest. Under which of the following conditions will the balance reading become less than 49 N49\,\text{N}? a) The lift moves upward with uniform speed b) The lift accelerates downward c) The lift accelerates upward d) The lift moves downward with uniform speed

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