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As the Ferris Wheel Turns
4. NEW Ferris Wheel:
The radius of the Ferris wheel is 65 feet.
• The speed of the wheel, makes a
complete turn every 45 seconds, and moves
counterclockwise
• The height of the center of the wheel
is 80 feet off the ground.
a) What is the angular speed for this Ferris Wheel?
of the wheel
b) How many seconds does it take for Mrs Fogiel and 3.00
Mrs Koch's cart to go each of the following distances?
i From the 3 o'clock to the 1 o'clock position?
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ii. From the 3 o'clock to the 8 o'clock position?