Two smooth spheres each of radius 100mm and weighing 100N, rest in a horizontal channel having vertical walls, the distance between which is 360mm. Find the reactions at the points of contact A,8,C and D as shown in figure.

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Two smooth spheres each of radius 100mm and weighing 100N, rest in a horizontal channel having vertical walls, the distance between which is 360mm. Find the reactions at the points of contact A,8,C and D as shown in figure.

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