AP Physics 2mediummcq1 pt
A hydraulic lift has a small piston of area 0.01 m^2 and a large piston of area 1 m^2. A force of 100 N is applied to the small piston. What force is exerted by the large piston?
A.1000 N
B.10000 N
C.1 N
D.100 N
Explanation
Core Concept
By Pascal principle: F1/A1 = F2/A2. So F2 = F1 times A2/A1 = 100 times 1/0.01 = 10,000 N.
Correct Answer
B10000 N
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