Stationary elevator homework problem

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To solve the stationary elevator problem, consider Allison's apparent weight when accelerating upwards at 8 m/s². The scale measures the upward force on her, which can be calculated using Newton's 2nd law. By adding the acceleration to the standard gravitational force of 9.8 m/s², the effective gravitational force becomes 17.8 m/s². Consequently, Allison's apparent weight is her mass multiplied by this new gravitational force. Understanding these concepts clarifies how acceleration affects perceived weight in a stationary elevator scenario.
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I'm doing this Physics worksheet and I don't know how to do this problem...
Allison is standing on a scale that is in a stationary elevator. what is the apparent weight when she is moving up at 8 m/s squared?

If anyone can help that would be great.. And if you could explain the steps you used to get it.

Thanks
 
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The scale reads the force that pushes up on the girl. Draw a diagram showing the forces on the girl (there are two). The net force on the girl is related to her acceleration by Newton's 2nd law. (Hint: you can express the girl's apparent weight in terms of her actual weight.)
 
Just think of the acceleration upwards as more gravity.

The "gravity" has increased from 9.8 to 17.8 m/s^2.

Therefore her apparent weight is just her mass times the new "gravity".
 

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