Answer:
10 m/s²
Explanation:
The reaction on a person in an elevator that is descending is given as
R = m(g-a)..................... Equation 1
Where R = apparent weight of the person inside the elevator, g = acceleration due to gravity, m = mass of the person, a = acceleration of the elevator.
make a the subject of the equation
a = g-(R/m).................... Equation 2
Note: For weightlessness, R = 0 N.
Given: g = 10 m/s², R = 0 N (weightlessness). m = 55 kg
Substitute into equation 2
a = 10-(0/55)
a = 10-0
a = 10 m/s²
