Variably Solving for Minimum Tangential Speed

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Homework Statement


A ride at a carnival rotates about a vertical axis. When spinning fast enough the bottom is dropped and the rider sticks to the side. Find the minimum tangential speed so that the rider does not fall. R=radius of circle, u= coefficient of static friction and g represents gravity. The answer must be in these terms.


Homework Equations


F = ma
F = un
Ca = v^2/r

The Attempt at a Solution


V = sqrt (Ca*r)

I think I am missing something here, as it is not with respect to the right variables. Any hints on what to do next, or if I am heading down the wrong path?
 
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