Problem 1.) A rigid bar AB is subjected to a system of parallel forces as shown in the figure below.

Reduce the given system of forces to an equivalent (a) single force, (b) force and moment at A, (c)
force and moment at D, and (d) force and moment at B.

Problem 2.) The wrench is used to loosen the bolt. Determine the moment of each force about the
bolts axis passing through point O.

Problem 3.) The towline exerts a force of P=4kN at the end of the 20m long crane boom. If =
30, determine the placement x of the hook at A so that the force creates a maximum moment about
point O. What is this moment?

Problem 4.)Determine the direction (0 180) of the force F = 200 N so that it produces (a)
the maximum moment about point A and (b) the minimum moment about point A. Compute the
moment in each case.

Problem 5.) Replace the system of a force and couple shown by a single force on the line AB.

Problem 6.) A force of 500 N is acting at A produces a moment of 1200 Nm about O. Find the yintercept of the force. Give an equivalent system with the same force acting at O.

Problem 7.) The tool at A is used to hold a power lawnmower blade stationary while the nut is
being loosened with the wrench. If a force of 50 N is applied to the wrench at B in the direction
shown, determine the moment it creates about the nut at C. What is the magnitude of force F at A
so that it creates the opposite moment about C?

Problem 8.) Give one problem ( with solution) about determination of resultant for each of the two
systems of forces: coplanar concurrent, and coplanar parallel. ( Duplication of problem means zero
points for number 8.)