$A$ person is standing in an elevator. In which situation does he experience weight loss?

  • A
    When the elevator moves upward with constant acceleration
  • B
    When the elevator moves downward with constant acceleration
  • C
    When the elevator moves upward with uniform velocity
  • D
    When the elevator moves downward with uniform velocity

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