in circular motion there must be a centripetal force directed the center.target 1 of 4 at the bottom of the swing trajectory we can pretend you are in uniform circular motion, so the net force points toward the center of the circle.target 2 of 4 therefore, the swing must exert a force on you than the earth does in the downward direction.target 3 of 4 so, your apparent weight is your true weight.