Structural Analysis
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A truss is shown in the figure below.
a) Based on the number of joints and members, discuss about the stability of the truss.
b) Determine the reaction forces at supports.
c) Use "the method of sections" to determine the forces in members ED, EH, and GH
d) Determine whether each member is in tension (T) or compression (C)
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