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Physics 1 Midterm - Part 3 of 3
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8. Centripetal Forces & Gravitation / Vertical Centripetal Forces / Problem 6
Problem 6

A roller coaster includes a vertical loop that provides thrilling experiences to its riders. As shown below, the loop has a radius of 15.0 meters and the coaster completes the loop in 6.0 seconds. Find the ratio of a passenger's apparent weight to their real weight at the bottom of the loop.
Diagram of a roller coaster in a vertical loop with radius labeled 'r'.

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