Understanding Uniform Circular Motion on a Rotating Merry-go-round

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In uniform circular motion on a rotating merry-go-round, a weight hanging from a string appears at an angle to the vertical from an outside observer's perspective. This angle is due to the balance of forces acting on the weight, which includes tension and gravitational force. An observer on the merry-go-round, however, does not perceive the outside world and must explain the angle based on their own frame of reference. To clarify the situation, creating a free body diagram for the weight and string, along with listing relevant equations for uniform circular motion, is essential for understanding the forces at play. Providing this information is crucial for solving the problem effectively.
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i got it already, thanks.
 
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byyao said:
On a rotating merry-go-round a weight is hanging from a string,
As seen from the outside it hangs at an angle to the vertical.
How does the outside observer explain that?
The observer on merry-go-round does not see the outside world. How does he (or she) explain the angle?

I don't really get this one...need help please~

What don't you get? Show us a free body diagram for the weight and string. List the relevant equations for uniform circular motion. There's a reason that the Homework Help Template (that you deleted when posting) asks for the Relevant Equations and your Attempt at a Solution.
 

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