Answer:
A) 20 N, B) 20 N, & C) 8 N
Explanation:
For the object to be in equilibrium, the upward forces must be equal to the downward forces and the forward forces must be equal to the backward forces.
1. Determination of A and B.
Forward forces = Backward forces
A + 10 + B = 25 + 25
A + 10 + B = 50
Collect like terms
A + B = 50 – 10
A + B = 40
Assume A and B to be equal. Thus, A is 20 N and B is 20 N.
2. Determination of C
Upward forces = Downward forces
C + 112 = 20 + 100
C + 112 = 120
Collect like terms
C = 120 – 112
C = 8 N
Thus, for the object to be in equilibrium, A must be 20 N, B must be 20 N and C must be 8N.
