If the pressure and area are known the formula can be rearranged to calculate force by multiplying both sides by area. A box of books exerts a pressure of 184 \(\text N/m^2\) on the floor.
The parent weighs 750 N and the child weighs 250 N. The child sits 2.4 m from the pivot. Calculate the distance the parent must sit from the pivot for the see-saw to be balanced.