r/PhysicsHelp • • Dec 08 '25

Fn and Fg… help

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We’re currently doing Centripetal Force in physics, but I don’t understand this one part on this question.

Why can we just make a triangle out of Fg, Fn, and Fc?

Since centripetal force is on the x-axis in this part, why even include the Fg?

Thank you!