Solving Banking Problems in Circular Motion - Tips and Techniques for Beginners

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In solving banking problems in uniform circular motion, it's essential to understand when to decompose forces, such as gravity or the normal vector. The choice of which vector to decompose depends on the specific problem at hand. Practicing a variety of problems helps develop an intuition for these decisions. There are no strict rules, so experience plays a crucial role in mastering these concepts. Continuous practice is key to gaining confidence in solving these types of physics problems.
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Hi, first post here :)
sorry if this has been asked before but I couldn't find anything.

I'm doing some problems involving banking turns in uniform circular motion.

I'm slightly confused because up until know I have been decomposing the force due to gravity to solve problems with inclines... now here, the answer shows us decomposing the normal vector.

Why is this and how can I know which vector to decompose on future problems? Thanks for the replies
 
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Depends on the problem. The idea is to do many problems, to get the feeling of it. There is no cooking recipes. You need to practice.

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