In a hydraulic press, the small cylinder has the diameter of 8 cm while the larger piston has the diameter of 22 cm. If the force of 600 N is applied to the small piston, what is the force on the larger piston, neglecting friction?

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In a hydraulic press, the small cylinder has the diameter of 8 cm while the larger piston has the
diameter of 22 cm. If the force of 600 N is applied to the small piston, what is the force on the
larger piston, neglecting friction?

 

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