The weightless block shown is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A, by a smooth pin at B, and by a cable at C. If the supports are properly aligned (i.e. no moment reactions at B), determine the reactions at supports A and B, and the force in the cable at C.

The weightless block shown is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A, by a smooth pin at B, and by a cable at C. If the supports are properly aligned (i.e. no moment reactions at B), determine the reactions at supports A and B, and the force in the cable at C.

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The weightless block shown is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A, by a smooth pin
at B, and by a cable at C. If the supports are properly aligned (i.e. no moment reactions at
B), determine the reactions at supports A and B, and the force in the cable at C.
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8 in.
350 lb
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