Answer:
W_net = mg + 2mgh/r
Explanation:
The forces applied in this motion of the bowling ball are both gravitational and centripetal forces.
Now, gravitational force is; F_g = mg
While centripetal force is; F_c = mv²/r
Since we want to express the net force in terms of the variables in the statement and we are not given "v", let's find an expression of v with the variables given.
Now, from Newton's equation of motion, at initial velocity of 0, v² = 2gh.
Thus;
F_c = 2mgh/r
Where;
m is ball mass
r is tube radius
h is fall height
Thus, the net force will be;
F_net = F_g + F_c
Now, Net force would be equal to the net weight that will be read on the scale.
Thus;
W_net = F_net = F_g + F_c
W_net = mg + 2mgh/r