Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0133942651
ISBN 13: 978-0-13394-265-1

Chapter 5 - Force and Motion - Exercises and Problems - Page 129: 43

Answer

As we know that a vector has both magnitude and direction. As the elevator begin to move from the tenth floor toward the ground it's velocity increases and gravitational force act on it due to it's weight, thus it's direction is downward.

Work Step by Step

As we know that a vector has both magnitude and direction. As the elevator begin to move from the tenth floor toward the ground it's velocity increases and gravitational force act on it due to it's weight, thus it's direction is downward.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.