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What is the task in this exercise?
What is the task in this exercise?
Determine the tensions of the cables in the diagram.
What is the angle at point A in the diagram?
What is the angle at point A in the diagram?
40 degrees
What is the magnitude of the force applied at point C?
What is the magnitude of the force applied at point C?
400 N
What is the method suggested for calculating the cable tensions?
What is the method suggested for calculating the cable tensions?
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Study Notes
Problem Statement
- Determine the tension in the cables using the sine rule.
Diagram Analysis
- A structure is shown with cables A and B attached to a point C.
- A downward force of 400 N is applied at point C.
- Angle at point A is 40°.
- Angle at point B is 20°.
Conclusion
- The problem requires the application of the sine rule to find the tension in cables A and B.
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This quiz focuses on applying the sine rule to determine the tension in cables A and B under a given downward force. Analyze the angles and forces to solve for the tensions in a structural scenario involving cables. Test your understanding of trigonometric principles and their applications in real-world contexts.
