Determine the absolute value of the reaction at A for the beam loaded as shown. The forces P, Q, and R are as follows: P = 4 kN, Q = 6 kN, R = 2 kN. Beam weight may be
neglected.
Provide your answer in kN and round to the nearest three decimal places.
P
Q
R
A
B
4m 2m 6m 1m