Question

2. A force of 150 lb acts on the end of the beam shown in Figure 2. Using the free-body diagram

for the beam shown in Figure,2, find the magnitude and direction of the reaction at pin A and

the tension in the cable. Neglect the weight of the beam.

Li

150 lb

(a).

150 lb

Figure 2

8 ft

(b).

T

15ft

3 ft

Fig: 1