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I always love these questions! When you are on a roller coaster, there are a few things you should realize when it comes to the force. First, is that you start out at rest. This is a good start because we can measure the differences in force from this point. Next, you probably will climb a hill. This creates what is call "gravitational potential energy" (GPE). Next, you hit the top of the hill. This is where your cart will have the most GPE. Next, you go down the hill which transfers the GPE into kinetic energy. The kinetic energy is what moves the cart around the track. If you were to look around at the top of the hill, you may notice this is the highest point of the ride. This is because more energy will have to be given to the cart for it to get up that hill. That would just cost more so it is left out. Those are the main forces that apply during a roller coaster. There is also excess energy given off from friction, sound and from air resistance but it does not really affect the ride. If you have more questions, ask on my profile page.

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