Problem 3 A force system is shown below. 280 kN 40% 30° 150 kN a. Determine the x-component of the resultant. b. Determine the magnitude of the resultant. c. Determine the magnitude and direction of the equilibrant.

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Problem 3
A force system is shown below.
280 kN
40%
30°
150 kN
a. Determine the x-component of the resultant.
b. Determine the magnitude of the resultant.
c. Determine the magnitude and direction of the equilibrant.
Transcribed Image Text:Problem 3 A force system is shown below. 280 kN 40% 30° 150 kN a. Determine the x-component of the resultant. b. Determine the magnitude of the resultant. c. Determine the magnitude and direction of the equilibrant.
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