Question

A 37 kg child sits on the edge of a carnival ride at a radius of 6 meters from the center and moves with a speed of 18 m/s. The force that is holding the child on the ride is most nearly:

a) 2000 N
b) 1112 N
c) 33 N
d) 37 N

Answer 1

The force that is holding the child on the ride is most nearly 2000 N. Therefore correct option is A

Step-by-step explanation:

The force that is holding the child on the ride can be calculated using the formula for centripetal force:

Fc = mv^2 / r

where Fc is the centripetal force, m is the mass of the child, v is the velocity of the child, and r is the radius of the ride. Plugging in the given values, we get:

Fc = (37 kg)(18 m/s)^2 / 6 m

= 2000 N

Therefore, the force that is holding the child on the ride is closest to option a) 2000 N.