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Edition
Eighth

Edition
Eighth
Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics
Sample Problem 2.4 Sample Problem 2.4
SOLUTION: SOLUTION:
• Construct a free-body diagram for the • Construct a free-body diagram for the
particle at the junction of the rope and particle at A.
cable.
• Apply the conditions for equilibrium.
• Apply the conditions for equilibrium by
creating a closed polygon from the • Solve for the unknown force magnitudes.
forces applied to the particle. T AB T 3500 lb
 AC 
• Apply trigonometric relations to sin 120 sin 2 sin 58
determine the unknown force T AB  3570 lb
In a ship-unloading operation, a magnitudes.
3500-lb automobile is supported by T AC  144 lb
a cable. A rope is tied to the cable
and pulled to center the automobile
over its intended position. What is
the tension in the rope?

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