A simple beam having a span of 18 ft has a weight of 400 lb/ft. It carries a concentrated load of 400 lb at the left end and 900 lb at 6 ft from the right end of the beam. If it is supported at 6 ft from the left end and at the right end, determine the reactions at the support and the position of the resultant load from the right support. With comp

A simple beam having a span of 18 ft has a weight of 400 lb/ft. It carries a concentrated load of 400 lb at the left end and 900 lb at 6 ft from the right end of the beam. If it is supported at 6 ft from the left end and at the right end, determine the reactions at the support and the position of the resultant load from the right support. With comp

International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition

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Chapter2: Basic Operations With Force Systems

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2.19P: The horizontal boom carries the weight W=108lb at A. The boom is supported by the cables AB and AC....

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