The boom OA carries a load P and is supported by two cables as shown. Knowing that the tension in cable AB is 190 lb and that the resultant of the load P and of the forces exerted at A by the two cables must be directed along OA, determine the tension in cable AC. 29 in. B 24 in. 36 in. C 25 in. 48 in.. A

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The boom OA carries a load P and is supported by two cables as shown. Knowing that the tension in cable AB is 190 lb and that the
resultant of the load P and of the forces exerted at A by the two cables must be directed along OA, determine the tension in cable AC.
29 in.
B
24 in.
36 in.
C
25 in.
48 in..
A
Transcribed Image Text:The boom OA carries a load P and is supported by two cables as shown. Knowing that the tension in cable AB is 190 lb and that the resultant of the load P and of the forces exerted at A by the two cables must be directed along OA, determine the tension in cable AC. 29 in. B 24 in. 36 in. C 25 in. 48 in.. A
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