1. (1 point) Using the method of joints, find the forces in all members of the truss below. Indicate whether the member is in tension or compression. B 9 ft A C 14 ft D 14 ft 6 kip 2. (1 point) Using the method of sections, find the forces in members BD and BC of the truss shown. Each member is 5 feet long. Indicate whether the member is in tension or compression. B D 3 kip C A E 7 kip
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Start by analyzing joint B. There are three forces acting on this joint: the force in member BD, the force in member BC, and the external force of 3 kip. Since the truss is in equilibrium, the sum of the forces in the x-direction and the sum of the forces in the Show more…
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