The prismatic bar AC is supported by a hinge at C and cable ADB that runs through a frictionless pulley at D as shown in the figure. What is the tension in the cable if the bar weighs 5 lb/ft? D 3 ft 5 ft B 5 ft

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The prismatic bar AC is supported by a hinge at C and cable ADB that runs through a frictionless pulley at D as shown in the figure. What is the tension in the cable if the bar weighs 5 Ib/ft?
3 ft
5 ft
B
5 ft
Transcribed Image Text:The prismatic bar AC is supported by a hinge at C and cable ADB that runs through a frictionless pulley at D as shown in the figure. What is the tension in the cable if the bar weighs 5 Ib/ft? 3 ft 5 ft B 5 ft
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