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15. Rotational Equilibrium - Part 2 of 2
15. Rotational Equilibrium - Part 2 of 2
15. Rotational Equilibrium / Beam / Shelf Against a Wall / Problem 1

An ornamental structure consists of a hinged rod and a supporting wire. Determine the tension (T) in the supporting cable and the magnitude and direction of the force exerted on the rod by the hinge when you hang a decoration that has twice the weight as the supporting rod, w. A free-body diagram is helpful.

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