Question: 4. [-/4 Points] DETAILS Modern roller coasters have vertical loops like the one shown in the figure. minimum m maximum The radius of curvature is

 4. [-/4 Points] DETAILS Modern roller coasters have vertical loops like

4. [-/4 Points] DETAILS Modern roller coasters have vertical loops like the one shown in the figure. minimum m maximum The radius of curvature is smaller at the top than on the sides so that the downward centripetal acceleration at the top will be greater than the acceleration due to gravity, keeping the passengers pressed firmly into their seats. What is the speed of the roller coaster at the top of the loop (in m/s) if the radius of curvature there is 14.0 m and the downward acceleration of the car is 1.50 g? m/s Additional Materials

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