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Physics Vectors Level: High School

Pascal’s Law

In a hydraulic lift , the radii of the pistons are 2.98 cm and 10.8 cm. A car weighing W = 8.5 kN is to be lifted by the force of the large piston .

a) What force Fa must be applied to the small piston ?

b) When the small piston is pushed in by 9.8 cm, how far is the car lifted ?