3507. The ball float shown in the illustration is 9 inches in diameter, with an effective float arm of 27 inches and floats in a liquid with a specific gravity of 1.0. If the distance «L» equals 9 inches, what will be the force available at point «X»

The force at point X is calculated by applying the float's buoyant force, which is approximately 6.7 pounds, across its 27-inch arm to generate torque. This torque is then transferred to a 9-inch output arm, resulting in a force of 20.1 pounds at point X, determined by the mechanical advantage of the lever arm ratio.