Multiple choice

The apparent weight of a man in a lift is less than his real weight

  1. when the lift is going down with uniform acceleration

  2. when the lift is going up with uniform acceleration

  3. when the lift is stationary

  4. at no time
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Explanation

When a lift accelerates downward, the normal force exerted by the floor on the person is less than their weight, making them feel lighter (apparent weight is less than real weight).

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