A Ferris wheel is an amusement park ride comprised of a large wheel rotating on an axis. There are cars or compartments where people can sit or stand that are evenly spaced about the circumference of the circle. The wheel rotates slowly, taking passengers on a ride around the circumference of the circle.
Please select one of the following famous Ferris wheels to research:
Singapore Flyer
London Eye
Star of Nanchang
You will need to find the diameter and number of compartments (or cars) for the one you chose in order to be able to complete the calculations section of the assignment.