Normal force in circular motion, is my work correct

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Homework Statement


If:
weight = m
speed = v
angle = theta
radius = r

Write an algebric expression that is equal to the Normal force


Homework Equations


F = ma
acentr. = v2/r

The Attempt at a Solution


N -mgcos(theta) = m v2/r
N = m v2/r +mgcos(theta)

correct?
 
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