Q.2 The lever ABC of a component of a machine is hinged at B, and is subjected to a system of coplanar forces as shown in fig. 1. Neglecting friction, find the magnitude of 'P' to keep the lever in equilibrium k 200kgf 120° 300kgf AB=10cm BC-12cm Figure 1

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Q.2 The lever ABC of a component of a machine is hinged at B, and is subjected to a system of coplanar forces as
shown in fig. 1. Neglecting friction, find the magnitude of 'P' to keep the lever in equilibrium
200 kgf
120°
300kgf
AB=10cm
BC. 12cm
Figure 1
Transcribed Image Text:Q.2 The lever ABC of a component of a machine is hinged at B, and is subjected to a system of coplanar forces as shown in fig. 1. Neglecting friction, find the magnitude of 'P' to keep the lever in equilibrium 200 kgf 120° 300kgf AB=10cm BC. 12cm Figure 1
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