Hydraulic Lift

[Gmaximus]

F_1=x
F_2=4000lbs
A_1=1.5 in
A_2=21 in

So, i did:
F_1=1.5/21 * 4000

Gave me 280 pounds.
My book, however, disagrees.

[Tide]

Yes, but what is the problem??

[faust9]

Start with \frac{F_1}{A_1}=\frac{F_2}{A_2}

[Gmaximus]

never mind guys, i did it right. The book was wrong.

The problem was solve for X.

Thanks anyway!!!

[HallsofIvy]

I wish someone would give me 280 pounds!