Answer:
The centripetal force on the bicyclists is 215.2 N.
Explanation:
Given that,
Mass of bicyclist = 85 kg
Speed = 4.5 m/s
Radius = 8 m
We need to calculate the centripetal force
Using formula of centripetal force
[tex]F_{ac}=\dfrac{mv^2}{r}[/tex]
Where, m = mass
v = velocity
r = radius
Put the value into the formula
[tex]F_{ac}=\dfrac{85\times4.5^2}{8}[/tex]
[tex]F_{ac}=215.2\ N[/tex]
Hence, The centripetal force on the bicyclists is 215.2 N.
