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For the shift lever shown, determine the magnitude and the direction of the smallest force P that has a 210-lb-in. clockwise moment about B.
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The direction and magnitude of the smallest force P that has
Answer to Problem 97RP
The direction and magnitude of the smallest force P that has
Explanation of Solution
Concept used:
Write the expression for angle
Write the expression for
Write the expression for the position vector of point A with respect to point B.
Write the expression for
Write the expression for the moment of P about B.
Calculation:
Substitute
Substitute
Substitute
Substitute
Conclusion:
Thus, the direction and magnitude of the smallest force P that has
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