Hydraulic Brake Problem How to Start?

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To solve the hydraulic brake problem, the relationship between the forces and areas of the pistons must be established using the formula F1/A1 = F2/A2. Given the areas of the master cylinder (6.41 cm²) and brake cylinder (1.69 cm²), along with an applied force of 44 N, the force on the brake cylinder can be calculated. The coefficient of kinetic friction (0.449) is then used to determine the frictional force between the brake shoe and the wheel drum. The challenge lies in correctly applying these relationships to find the frictional force in Newtons. Understanding how to convert the pedal force to the drum force is crucial for solving the problem.
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Homework Statement


A hydraulic brake system is shown. The
area of the piston in the master cylinder is
6.41 cm2, and the area of the piston in the
brake cylinder is 1.69 cm2. The coefficient of
kinetic friction between the brake shoe and
the wheel drum is 0.449.
How large is the frictional force between the
brake shoe and the wheel drum when a force
of 44 N is exerted on the pedal?
Answer in units of N


Homework Equations


\frac{F1}{A1} = \frac{F2}{A2}\frac{}{}
A1 = 6.41 cm^{2}
A2 = 1.69 cm^{2}
F = 44 N
μ = 0.449
F = μF_{n}

The Attempt at a Solution


I don't know how to relate coefficient to this problem. Would you give me some hint please?
 
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It is difficult to see what your problem is... you can convert the force applied to the pedal to force applied to the drum?
 
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