A 5.0 m long beam that weighs 10125N is attached to a wall by a pin connection that allows the beam to rotate. The far end is supported by a cable that makes a 53 degree angle with the horizontal. A 545 N person is standing 1.50 m from the pin. The beam is not moving.Find the Force exerted by the cable

A 5.0 m long beam that weighs 10125N is attached to a wall by a pin connection that allows the beam to rotate. The far end is supported by a cable that makes a 53 degree angle with the horizontal. A 545 N person is standing 1.50 m from the pin. The beam is not moving.Find the Force exerted by the cable

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Chapter10: Fixed-axis Rotation

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Problem 74P: When tightening a bolt, you push perpendicularly on a wrench with a force of 165 N at a distance of...

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