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Gmaximus
Sep12-04, 08:33 PM
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
Sep12-04, 09:32 PM
Yes, but what is the problem??

faust9
Sep12-04, 10:05 PM
Start with \frac{F_1}{A_1}=\frac{F_2}{A_2}

Gmaximus
Sep13-04, 09:09 PM
never mind guys, i did it right. The book was wrong.

The problem was solve for X.

Thanks anyway!!!

HallsofIvy
Sep14-04, 08:25 AM
I wish someone would give me 280 pounds!