Math Problem Statement

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For the given force system, determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant force. Determine also the moment at point A.

Solution

To solve the problem, let's first analyze the information given in the image. The problem asks us to:

  1. Determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant force.
  2. Determine the moment at point A.

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Identify the Forces

From the image, we have the following forces applied to the structure:

  • A vertical force of 200 lb acting upward at point A.
  • A force of 100 lb acting horizontally to the right at point C.
  • A force of 50 lb acting downward at point B.
  • Another force of 70 lb acting at an angle of 30 degrees to the horizontal at point D.

Step 2: Determine the Resultant Force

To find the resultant force, we need to resolve all forces into their x (horizontal) and y (vertical) components:

  1. Vertical components (Fy):

    • FAy=200F_{A_y} = 200 lb (upward)
    • FBy=50F_{B_y} = -50 lb (downward)
    • FDy=70sin(30)=70×0.5=35F_{D_y} = 70 \sin(30^\circ) = 70 \times 0.5 = 35 lb (upward)

    Total vertical force (Fy): [ F_y = F_{A_y} + F_{B_y} + F_{D_y

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Statics
Force Resolution
Moments

Formulas

Resultant Force (R) = √(ΣFx² + ΣFy²)
Moment (M) = F × d
Trigonometric Functions: sin(θ), cos(θ)

Theorems

Equilibrium of Forces
Principle of Moments

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Level (Engineering Mechanics/Statics)