A person of mass 60 kg stands on a weighing scale in an elevator accelerating upward at 2 m/s² (g=10). The reading is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A person of mass 60 kg stands on a weighing scale in an elevator accelerating upward at 2 m/s² (g=10). The reading is
A. 120 kg
B. 72 kg
C. 60 kg
D. 48 kg
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Apparent weight = m(g+a) = 60×(10+2) = 720 N, which corresponds to 72 kg mass on scale (if scale calibrated in kg under g=10). Reading 72 kg. Downward acceleration would reduce.

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