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By squeezing on the hand brake of the bicycle, the rider subjects the brake cable to a ten...

By squeezing on the hand brake of the bicycle, the rider subjects the brake cable to a tension of 50 lb. If the caliper mechanism is pin connected to the bicycle frame at B, determine the normal force each brake pad exerts on the rim of the wheel. Is this the force that stops the wheel from turning? Explain.

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