A toy car travels through a vertical loop of radius

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics

Problem

A toy car travels through a vertical loop of radius 2.5 m2.5\,\text{m}. Calculate the minimum speed the car must have at the top of the loop to remain in contact with the track. Assume g=9.8 m / s2g = 9.8\,\text{m}\,/\,\text{s}^2. Provide your answer in m / s\text{m}\,/\,\text{s}.

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