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A series of rigidly attached aluminum bars carries the axial loads at the positions shown. If the modulus of elasticity E = 16×10^6 psi, compute the total deformation of the bar and state if the bar elongates or shortens. Assume that the bar is suitably braced to prevent lateral buckling.