It's either internal or psychological
Answer: Inactive.
Explanation:
The meaning of the word 'inert' is 'not moving'. In the excerpt, it is described that the machines were not moving, as if they were dead. The word 'inactive' has the same meaning - it stands for something that is not operating, moving or is out of function. This is why we could replace 'inert' with 'inactive' in this example.
Answer:
If you're asking for correct English, then BOTH of these are correct....
I want to get outside in the nice weather, but it has to be nice first.
I want to get outside in the nice weather; however, it has to be nice first.
Explanation: