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ohhh that makes sense. I totally overlooked the fact that there is double the area, thanks. My only concern is how would I show that in terms of formulas/numbers? I would be required to show my work on a test

Rank in order from largest to smallest, the forces required to balance the the masses (in kgs) You can find the diagram and answer at this link on the third slide http://www.gwu.edu/~phy21bio/Presentations/PHYS1021-15a.pdf Equation P=F/A The Attempt at a Solution I'm really having trouble...