What is the Apparent Weight on a Ferris Wheel?

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The apparent weight on a Ferris wheel varies between the top and bottom positions due to the effects of centripetal force. At the top of the Ferris wheel, the normal force (Fn) is reduced because both gravitational force (mg) and centripetal force (Fc) act in the same direction. Conversely, at the bottom, the normal force increases as it opposes gravity while providing the necessary centripetal force. To calculate the apparent weights, one must apply circular motion equations, taking into account the radius of the wheel and the time for one complete revolution. Understanding these forces is crucial for accurately determining apparent weight at different points on the Ferris wheel.
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As you ride on a ferris wheel, your apparent weight is different at the top and bottom. Calculate your apparent weight at the top and bottom of a Ferris wheel, given that the radius of the wheel is 7.2 meters, it completes one revolution every 28 seconds, and your mass is 55kg.

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Any circular motion equations

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I don't even know where to start
 
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When the circle is below you, Fn - mg - Fc = 0. Where Fn is normal force and Fc is centripetal force.
Fn - mg + Fc = 0 when the circle is above you.
 
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