e shown in the figure below is hinged @ point B and rests agai e, assuming fresh water. Hinge now Transcribed Text 10' Side view B 8' A 6'
e shown in the figure below is hinged @ point B and rests agai e, assuming fresh water. Hinge now Transcribed Text 10' Side view B 8' A 6'
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Transcribed Image Text:The gate shown in the figure below is hinged @ point B and rests against a smooth wall @ A. Compute the resultant force on
the gate, assuming fresh water.
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A. 30,720 lbs
B. 53,750 lbs
C. 38,400 lbs
D. 21,840 lbs
(Which is the correct answer?)
10'
Side view
B
8'
6'
RA
Front view
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