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    Solving the Elevator's Acceleration: Examining Newton's Laws

    Homework Statement An object is placed on a scale in an elevator which reads 8kg at rest. This scale shows 9.2kg when the elevator accelerates. What is the direction and magnitude of the elevator's acceleration. Homework Equations F=MA, F=MG, Fnormal=m(a-g) The Attempt at a Solution...