Force Equilibrium and Bicycle Tire Reactions

Have you noticed anything about how the rear tire reaction force varies in relation to how the corresponding front tire reaction force varies? Is there a pattern between the two? Discuss your thoughts with the other students at your table. If you need to, go back to Weight Distribution Simulation I.

When you are ready, take a look at the following information:
Force Equilibrium


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