BMAT 2006 Section 2 Question 11

A force F is applied to the piston X of a brake pedal. This force is transmitted, hydraulically, to piston Y as shown in the diagram. Diameter of piston X = 2 cm.Diameter of piston Y = 20 cm.The pressure applied at X is 2 N/cm^2 .What is the pressure transmitted to Y?

Answer:

No calculations required for this question. The pressure applied at X will remain the same at Y.

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