Engineering Mechanics: Statics & Dynamics (14th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133915426
Author: Russell C. Hibbeler
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 3.3, Problem 20P
A vertical force P = 10 lb is applied to the ends of the 2-ft cord AB and spring AC. If the spring has an unstretched length of 2 ft, determine the angle θ for equilibrium Take k = 15 lb/ft.
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