A bridge of length 50.0 m and mass 7.60 * 10^4 kg is supported on a smooth pier at each end as shown in the figure below. A truck of mass 3.10 *10^4 kg is located 15.0 m from one end. What are the forces on the bridge at the points of support?   NORMAL FORCE at A NORMAL FORCE at B

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A bridge of length 50.0 m and mass 7.60 * 10^4 kg is supported on a smooth pier at each end as shown in the figure below. A truck of mass 3.10 *10^4 kg is located 15.0 m from one end. What are the forces on the bridge at the points of support?

 

NORMAL FORCE at A

NORMAL FORCE at B

A
15.0 m
- 50.0 m
B
i
Transcribed Image Text:A 15.0 m - 50.0 m B i
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