Instruction: Press <Up> or <Down> to start moving the lift. Observe the reading changes as the lift moves. Explain the motion in terms of the forces acting on the person.
UpReset
0
Time elapsed
s
Acceleration
m s–2
Velocity
m s–1
Weight
N
Normal force
N
Scale reading =
Normal force by the supporting floor on the person
Lift is stationary, normal force = weight The person feels normal weight.