Two forces X and Y act vertically downward directly at points D and F respectively while force Z acts at point B as shown.  Determine the magnitude (N) of the force in member GF if X=649N, Y=454N, Z=115, a=5m and b=3.8m. Round off only on the final answer expressed in 3 decimal places. Instead of units, indicate C if force is compressive or T if tensile

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Two forces X and Y act vertically downward directly at points D and F respectively while force Z acts at point B as shown.  Determine the magnitude (N) of the force in member GF if X=649N, Y=454N, Z=115, a=5m and b=3.8m. Round off only on the final answer expressed in 3 decimal places. Instead of units, indicate C if force is compressive or T if tensile.

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