12d 12d 12d 2. Find the force in member BF. [Hint: It may help to locate the point where the lines ABCD and EFGH intersect.] JA |C ID 1. 10d 25d E F H.
12d 12d 12d 2. Find the force in member BF. [Hint: It may help to locate the point where the lines ABCD and EFGH intersect.] JA |C ID 1. 10d 25d E F H.
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Must use method of sections and please including drawings(Free body diagrams) d is known.

Transcribed Image Text:### Truss Problem Analysis
**Objective:**
Find the force in member \( BF \).
**Hint Provided:**
It may help to locate the point where the lines \( ABCD \) and \( EFGH \) intersect.
**Diagram Details:**
- **Truss Configuration:**
- The truss is supported vertically on the left side at point \( H \) and horizontally extends to point \( D \), where a load \( P \) is applied.
- Vertical members: \( DA \), \( CB \), and \( GE \).
- Horizontal members: \( AB \), \( BC \), and \( CD \).
- Diagonal members: \( AF \), \( BG \), and \( CG \).
- **Distances:**
- Horizontal segments: \( AB = BC = CD = 12d \).
- Vertical segment \( HE \): Total height = \( 25d \).
- Load placement above line \( DE \): \( 10d \) above the bottom \( E \).
**Additional Notes:**
- Understanding the geometry and applying methods like the method of joints or method of sections can be useful.
- Considering the symmetry or specific intersecting lines mentioned in the hint may simplify calculations.
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