Modern roller coasters have vertical loops like the one shown in the figure. The radius of curvature is smaller at the top than on the sides so that the normal force will not get too small, keeping the passengers pressed firmly into their seats. What is the speed of the roller coaster at the top of the loop if the radius of curvature there is 15.0 m and the normal force on a passenger is equal to 3/4 of their weight? D B minimum C 2 maximum A

Modern roller coasters have vertical loops like the one shown in the figure. The radius of curvature is smaller at the top than on the sides so that the normal force will not get too small, keeping the passengers pressed firmly into their seats. What is the speed of the roller coaster at the top of the loop if the radius of curvature there is 15.0 m and the normal force on a passenger is equal to 3/4 of their weight? D B minimum C 2 maximum A

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Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

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