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The problem you have shared involves analyzing the forces in the members of a truss structure using the method of joints. Here's a breakdown of the provided information:

- **Given Load (P)**: 1200 N (applied at point A vertically downward).
- **Dimensions**: 
  - Horizontal distance between points \( B \) and \( C \): 500 mm.
  - Horizontal distance between points \( C \) and \( A \): 400 mm.
  - Vertical distance between point \( A \) and the ground: 375 mm.
  
In the problem, you need to:
1. Calculate the forces in each member of the truss using the method of joints.
2. Determine whether each member is under tension (T) or compression (C).

### Approach Using the Method of Joints:

1. **Free-body diagram** of the truss needs to be drawn, analyzing each joint (particularly joints \( A \), \( B \), and \( C \)).
2. **Summing forces in the horizontal and vertical directions** to solve for unknowns at each joint.
   - For each joint, you apply the equilibrium equations:
     \[
     \Sigma F_x = 0 \quad (\text{sum of horizontal forces})
     \]
     \[
     \Sigma F_y = 0 \quad (\text{sum of vertical forces})
     \]

### Forces in Each Member:

1. **Force in member BA**: Given as 3900 ± 2% N, and it's marked as in tension (T).
2. **Force in member BC**: Given as 3600 ± 2% N, and it's marked as in compression (C).
3. **Force in member CA**: Given as 4500 ± 2% N, and it's marked as in compression (C).

These forces are calculated by resolving the force components at each joint based on geometry and applied loads.

### Next Steps:
- If you want a step-by-step detailed calculation, I can walk you through how these forces are computed using trigonometry and equilibrium conditions at each joint.

Let me know if you'd like the detailed solution or have any specific questions!

#### Related Questions:
1. How do you derive the angles for the truss geometry?
2. What are the equilibrium equations used at each joint?
3. How is the force in a member identified as tension or compression?
4. Why is the method of joints suitable for truss analysis?
5. What is the difference between method of joints and method of sections in truss analysis?

#### Tip: 
When solving truss problems, always start by analyzing joints with at most two unknowns to simplify the equilibrium equations.

Using the method of joints, determine the force in each member of the truss shown in the image. State whether each member is in tension (T) or compression (C). Given: P = 1200 N, with distances of 400 mm, 500 mm, and 375 mm as shown in the diagram.

Explore the method of joints for analyzing truss structures. This problem involves calculating forces in members BA, BC, and CA, determining whether they are in tension or compression. The solution includes key concepts in statics, equilibrium equations, and force analysis.

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