Answer:
b. identical to the downward force of gravity on the person.
Explanation:
For an object in an elevator,
F = mg - ma (g > a)
But since the velocity is uniform, a = 0.
Then,
F = mg - 0
F = mg
This is the actual weight of the object.
The object does not feel weightless, so that its actual weight can be measured during the downward motion of the elevator with uniform velocity.
Thus, the upward normal force, N, exerted by the elevator floor on the person is identical to the downward force of gravity on the person.
