A weighing scale measures 600 N when Arun stands on both his feet to measure his weight. What would be the new reading if he lifts one of his legs in the air, while still standing over the same weighing scale?
A
0 N
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B
300 N
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C
> 600 N
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D
600 N
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Solution
The correct option is D 600 N The weighing scale gives the reading equal to the weight of Arun. When he lifts his leg, his weight does not change. So, the weighing scale will read the same.