A horizontal uniform rod of mass 2 kg is supported by a hinge on a barrier at one end and a light string at its other end as shown in the image. Find the i) horizontal (P_x) and ii) vertical (P_y) forces exerted by the hinge on the rod at the wall

• A. i) P_x = 9.8 N;
  ii) P_y = 26.9 N
• B. i) P_x = 9.8 N;
  ii) P_y = 28.7 N
• C. i) P_x = 26.9 N;
  ii) P_y = 9.8 N
• D. i) P_x = 26.9 N;
  ii) P_y = 28.7 N

Answer: (C)