The two bars shown in the figure are used to support a load P. When unloaded, joint B has coordinates (0, 0). After load P is applied, joint B moves to the coordinate position (0.25 in., -0.65 in.). Assume a = 7 ft, b = 5 ft, and h = 6 ft. Determine the normal strain in each bar. a b. y B P

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The two bars shown in the figure are used to support a load P. When unloaded, joint B has coordinates (0, 0). After load P is applied,
joint B moves to the coordinate position (0.25 in., -0.65 in.). Assume a = 7 ft, b = 5 ft, and h = 6 ft. Determine the normal strain in each
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Transcribed Image Text:Current Attempt in Progress The two bars shown in the figure are used to support a load P. When unloaded, joint B has coordinates (0, 0). After load P is applied, joint B moves to the coordinate position (0.25 in., -0.65 in.). Assume a = 7 ft, b = 5 ft, and h = 6 ft. Determine the normal strain in each %3D bar. a A y h B Answers: EAB %3D EBC
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