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General Principles
1. Solve the following equation for the two roots of x: x2 — 16 = 0
[A]. x = 2i, –2i

[B]. x = 4i, –4i

[C]. x = 4, –4

[D]. x = 2, –2

2.

Using the basic trigonomic functions, determine the length of side AB of the right triangle.
[A]. h = 7.07

[B]. h = 10

[C]. h = 5

[D]. h = 14.14

3.

Determine the angle :


[A]. = 30°

[B]. = 40°

[C]. = 60°

[D]. = 50°

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4. Solve the following equation for x, y, and z:


x – y + z = –1 –x + y + z = –1 x + 2y – 2z = 5
[A]. x = 1, y = 1, z = –1

[B]. x = 5/3, y = 7/6, z = –1/2

[C]. x = –2/3, y = –2/3, z = –1

[D]. x = –1, y = 1, z=1

5.

Using the basic trigonomic functions, determine the length of side AB of the right triangle.
[A]. h = 5.77

[B]. h = 11.55

[C]. h = 5

[D]. h = 8.66

6.

Determine the angles and and the length of side AB of the triangle. Note that there are two
possible answers to this question and we have provided only one of them as an answer.
[A]. = 46.7°, = 93.3° d = 9.22

[B]. = 50.0°, = 90.0° d = 9.14

[C]. = 40.0°, = 100.0° d = 9.22

[D]. = 48.6°, = 91.4°, d = 9.33

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7.

Determine the length of side AB if right angle ABC is similar to right angle A'B'C':
[A]. AB = 5.42

[B]. AB = 3

[C]. AB = 5

[D]. AB = 4

8.

Determine the angle :


[A]. = 30°

[B]. = 40°

[C]. = 60°

[D]. = 50°

9. Solve the following equation for the two roots of x: — x2 + 5x = — 6


[A]. x = 2, 3

[B]. x = –1, –5

[C]. x = –1, 6

[D]. x = –0.742, 6.74

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10.

Using the basic trigonomic functions, determine the length of side AB of the right triangle.
[A]. h = 10

[B]. h = 7.07

[C]. h = 14.14

[D]. h = 5

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Equilibrium of a Particle
1.

The joint O of a space frame is subjected to four forces. Strut OA lies in the x-y plane and
strut OB lies in the y-zplane. Determine the force acting in each if the three struts required for
equilibrium of the joint. Set = 45°.
[A]. F = 46.4 lb, R = 400 lb, P = 424 lb

[B]. F = 566 lb, R = 424 lb, P = 1000 lb

[C]. F = 11.3 lb, R = 424 lb, P = 577 lb

[D]. F = 1166 lb, R = 424 lb, P = 1000 lb

2.

A "scale" is constructed with a 4-ft-long cord and the 10-lb block D. The cord is fixed to a pin
at A and passes over two small pulleys at B and C. Determine the weight of the suspended
block E if the system is in equilibrium when s= 1.5 ft.
[A]. W = 8.01 lb

[B]. W = 14.91 lb

[C]. W = 17.63 lb

[D]. W = 18.33 lb

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3.

Determine the magnitudes ofthe forces P, R, and F required for equillibrium of point O.
[A]. R = 238 N, F = 181.0 N, P = 395 N

[B]. R = 1340 N, F = 740 N, P = 538 N

[C]. R = 419 N, F = 181.0 N, P = 395 N

[D]. R = 409 N, F = 504 N, P = 1099 N

4.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant force FAB exerted along link AB by the
tractive apparatus shown. The suspended mass is 10 kg. Neglect the size of the pulley at A.
[A]. FAB = 170.0 N, = 75.0°

[B]. FAB = 170.0 N, = 15.0°

[C]. FAB = 98.1 N, = 75.0°

[D]. FAB = 98.1 N, = 15.0°

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5.

Determine the tension developed in cables OD and OB and the strut OC, required to support the
500-lb crate. The spring OA has an unstretched length of 0.2 ft and a stiffness of kOA = 350lb/ft.
The force in the strut acts along the axis of the strut.
[A]. Fob = 289 lb, Foc = 175.0 lb, Fod = 131.3 lb

[B]. Fob = 86.2 lb, Foc = 175.0 lb, Fod = 506 lb

[C]. Fob = 375 lb, Foc = 0, Fod = 375 lb

[D]. Fob = 664 lb, Foc = 175.0 lb, Fod = 244 lb

6.

Determine the force F needed to hold the 4-kg lamp in the position shown.
[A]. F = 39.2 N

[B]. F = 68.0 N

[C]. F = 34.0 N

[D]. F = 19..62 N

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7.

The patella P located in the human knee joint is subjected to tendon forces T1 and T2 and a force
F exerted on the patella by the femoral articular A. If the directions of these forces are estimated
from an X-ray as shown, determine the magnitudes of T1 and F when the tendon force T2 = 6 lb..
The forces are concurrent at point O.
[A]. T1 = 1.042 lb, F = 5.91 lb

[B]. T1 = 5.64 lb, F = 5.64 lb

[C]. T1 = 1.203 lb, F = 5.31 lb

[D]. T1 = 4.45 lb, F = 6.82 lb

8.

A continuous of total length 4 m is wrapped around the small frictionless pulleys at A, B,


C, and D. If the stiffness of each spring is k = 500 N/m and each spring is stretched 300 mm,
determine the mass m of each block. Neglect the weight of the pulleys and cords. The springs
are unstretched when d = 2 m.
[A]. m = 153.0 kg

[B]. m = 15.60 kg

[C]. m = 4.75 kg

[D]. m = 30.5 kg

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9.

Determine the force in each strut and tell whether it is in tension or compression.
[A]. Fab = 1.76 lb T, Fac = 5.00 lb T, Fad = 3.53 lb C

[B]. Fab = 11.47 lb T, Fac = 25.0 lb C, Fad = 14.97 lb C

[C]. Fab = 11.47 lb C, Fac = 25.0 lb T, Fad = 14.97 lb C

[D]. Fab = 1.76 lb C, Fac = 5.00 lb T, Fad = 3.53 lb C

10.

The ends of the three cables are attached to ring at A and to the edge of a uniform 150-kg plate.
Determine the tension in each of the cables for equilibrium.
[A]. Fab = 629 N, Fac = 1030N, Fad = 57.0 N

[B]. Fab = 1116 N, Fac = 1030N, Fad = 429 N

[C]. Fab = 720 N, Fac = 116.1N, Fad = 830 N

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[D]. Fab = 858 N, Fac = 0, Fad = 858 N

Equilibrium of a Rigid Body


1.

The girl has a mass of 17kg and mass center at Gg, and the tricycle has a mass of 10kg and
mass center at Gt. Determine the normal reactions at each wheel for equilibrium.
[A]. NA = 14.77 N, NB = NC = 6.12 N

[B]. NA = 128.8 N, NB = NC = 68.0 N

[C]. NA = 144.9 N, NB = NC = 60.0 N

[D]. NA = 13.15 N, NB = NC = 6.93 N

2.

The sports car has a mass of 1.5 Mg and mass center at G. If the front two springs each have a
stiffness of kA=58 kN/m and the rear two springs each have a stiffness of kB = 65 kN/m, determine
their compression when the car is parked on the 30° incline. Also, what frictional force FB must be
applied to each of the rear wheels to hold the car in equilibrium?
[A]. xA = 16.1 mm, xB = 42.2 mm, FB = 6.37 kN

[B]. xA = 65.9 mm, xB = 39.2 mm, FB = 6.37 kN

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[C]. xA = 53.2 mm, xB = 50.5 mm, FB = 3.68 kN

[D]. xA = 76.1 mm, xB = 45.3 mm, FB = 3.68 kN

3.

Determine the tension in the supporting cables BC and BD and the components of reaction at
the ball-and-socket joint A of the boom. The boom supports a drum having a weight of 200 lb.
at F. Points C and D lie in the x—y plane.
[A]. Ax = 0, Ay = 150 lb, Az = 562 lb, TBC = 300 lb, TBD = 212 lb

[B]. Ax = 0, Ay = 150 lb, Az = 456 lb, TBC = 150 lb, TBD = 212 lb

[C]. Ax = 0, Ay = 267 lb, Az = 843 lb, TBC = 533 lb, TBD = lb

[D]. Ax = 0, Ay = 150 lb, Az = 500 lb, TBC = 212 lb, TBD = 212 lb

The space truss is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at A and short links, two at C and one
at D. Determine the x, y, z components of reaction at A and the force in each link.
Ax = -1.050 kN, Ay = 1.050 kN, Az = 0.800 kN, Cy = -1.050 kN, Cz = 0.600 kN, Dx = 1.050
[A].
kN

[B]. Ax = -1.400 kN, Ay = 1.400 kN, Az = 0.800 kN, Cy = -1.400 kN, Cz = 0.600 kN, Dx = 1.400

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kN

[C]. Ax = -2.49 kN, Ay = 1.867 kN, Az = 0.800 kN, Cy = -2.49 kN, Cz = 0.600 kN, Dx = 2.49 kN

Ax = -1.867 kN, Ay = 1.867 kN, Az = 0.800 kN, Cy = -1.867 kN, Cz = 0.600 kN, Dx =
[D].
1.867 kN

5.

The flying boom B is used with a crane to position construction materials in coves and
underhangs. The horizontal "balance" of the boom is controlled by a 250-kg block D, which has
a center of gravity at G and moves by internal sensing devices along the bottom flange F of the
beam. Determine the position x of the block when the boom is used to lift the stone S, which has
a mass of 60 kg. The boom is uniform and has a mass of 80 kg.
[A]. x = 2.500 m

[B]. x = 0.340 m

[C]. x = 1.180 m

[D]. x = 0.600 m

6.

There is a ball and socket connection at A. At point B there is a connection that opposes motion
in the x and z directions only. Determine the unknown force components at A and B. Use a
scalar analysis.
[A]. Ax = 5.5 kN, Ay = -1.0 kN, Az = 2.75 kN, Bx = 3.5 kN, Bz = 1.25 kN, FDC = 2.0 kN

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[B]. Ax = 1.5 kN, Ay = -1.0 kN, Az = 0.75 kN, Bx = -3.5 kN, Bz = 1.25 kN, FDC = 2.0 kN

[C]. Ax = 5.5 kN, Ay = -1.0 kN, Az = 2.75 kN, Bx = 3.5 kN, Bz = -0.75 kN, FDC = 2.0 kN

[D]. Ax = 1.5 kN, Ay = -1.0 kN, Az = 1.25 kN, Bx = -3.5 kN, Bz = 0.75 kN, FDC = 2.0 kN

7.

Determine the horizontal and vertical components of reaction at the pin A and the reaction at the
roller support Brequired for equilibrium of the truss.
[A]. Ax = 0, Ay = 333 lb, NB = 267 lb

[B]. Ax = 462 lb, Ay = 66.7 lb, NB = 533 lb

[C]. Ax = 267 lb, Ay = 223 lb, NB = 377 lb

[D]. Ax = 154.0 lb, Ay = 333 lb, NB = 308 lb

8.

The crane provides a long-reach capacity by using the telescopic boom segment DE. The entire
boom is supported by a pin at A and by the telescopic hydraulic cylinder BC, which can be
considered as a two-force member. The rated load capacity of the crane is measured by a
maximum force developed in the hydraulic cylinder. If this maximum force is developed when the
boom supports a mass m = 6 Mg and its length is l = 40 and = 60°, determine the greatest
mass that can be supported when the boom length is extended to l = 50 m and = 45°. Neglect
the weight of the boom and the size of the pulley at E. Assume the crane does not overturn.
Note: when = 60° BC is vertical; however, when = 45° this is not the case.
[A]. m = 7.50 Mg

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[B]. m = 4.80 Mg

[C]. m = 3.26 Mg

[D]. m = 4.61 Mg

9.

A Russell's traction is used for immobilizing femoral fractures C. If the lower leg has a weight of
8 lb, determine the weight W that must be suspended at D in order for the leg to be held in the
position shown. Also, what is the tension force F in the femur and the distance which locates
the center of gravity G of the lower leg? Neglect the size of the pulley at B.
[A]. x = 1.44 ft, w = 10.8 lb, F = 12.61 lb

[B]. x = 1.33 ft, w = 15.76 lb, F = 20.0 lb

[C]. x = 1.56 ft, w = 9.75 lb, F = 12.69 lb

[D]. x = 0.869 ft, w = 6.44 lb, F = 5.03 lb

10.

There is a ball and socket connection at A. At B there is a roller that prevents motion in the —z
direction. Corner Cis tied to D by a rope. The triangle is weightless. Determine the unknown
force components acting at A, B, and C. Use a scalar analysis.
[A]. Ax = 0, Ay = 0, Az = 267 N, Bz = 150 N, FDC = 283 N

[B]. Ax = 0, Ay = 0, Az = 450 N, Bz = 800 N, FDC = 550 N

[C]. Ax = 0, Ay = 0, Az = 200 N, Bz = 200 N, FDC = 300 N

[D]. Ax = 0, Ay = 0, Az = 467 N, Bz = 350 N, FDC = 117.1 N

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11.

If the boom in the previous problem is to remain horizontal when the stone S is removed, what is
x?
[A]. x = 1.180 m

[B]. x = 2.500 m

[C]. x = 0.340 m

[D]. x = 0.660 m

12.

Compute the horizontal and vertical components of force at pin B. The belt is subjected to a
tension of T=100 N and passes over each of the three pulleys.
[A]. Bx = 0 N, By = 141.4 N

[B]. Bx = -15.89 N, By = 120.7 N

[C]. Bx = 20.7 N, By = 157.3 N

[D]. Bx = 0, By = 100.0 N

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13.

The oil rig is supported on the trailer by the pin or axle at A and the frame at B. If the rig has a
weight of 115,000 lb and the center of gravity at G, determine the force F that must de
developed along the hydraulic cylinder CD in order to start lifting the rig (slowly) off B toward the
vertical. Also compute the horizontal and vertical components of reaction at the pin A.
[A]. Ax = 343 kip, Ay = -172.5 kip, FCD = 447 kip

[B]. Ax = 205 kip, Ay = -57.5 kip, FCD = 268 kip

[C]. Ax = 241 kip, Ay = -172.5 kip, FCD = 375 kip

[D]. Ax = 220 kip, Ay = -70.1 kip, FCD = 288 kip

Internal Forces
1.

Determine the internal axial force, shear force, and moment at point F of the frame.
[A]. AF = 0, VF = 750 lb, MF = 750 lb-ft

[B]. AF = 1500 lb, VF = 0, MF = 4500 lb-ft

[C]. AF = 0, VF = 1500 lb, MF = 4500 lb-ft

[D]. AF = 750 lb, VF = 0, MF = 750 lb-ft

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2.

The work platform supports an 80-kg man having a mass center at G. Determine the axial force,
shear force, and bending moment at point E of the telescopic column AB due to the load of the
man only.
[A]. AE = 785 N C, VE = 0, ME = 785 N-m

[B]. AE = 785 N C, VE = 392 N, ME = 0

[C]. AE = 785 N T, VE = 392 N, ME = 0

[D]. AE = 785 N T, VE = 0, ME = 785 N-m

Determine the internal axial force, shear force, and moment at point E of the oleo strut AB of the
aircraft landing gear.
[A]. AE = 9.33 kip C, VE = 8.00 kip, ME = 80.0 kip-in.

[B]. AE = 11.11 kip T, VE = 6.67 kip, ME = 66.7 kip-in.

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[C]. AE = 9.33 kip T, VE = 8.00 kip, ME = 80.0 kip-in.

[D]. AE = 11.11 kip C, VE = 6.67 kip, ME = 66.7 kip-in.

4.

A force of 500 N acts at the top of the two-member frame. If the members are in smooth contact
with one another at A, B, and C with no fasteners, determine the shear force developed at a
horizontal section through point D of the support. Also, what are the axial force, shear force and
moment at point E?
[A]. VD = 250 N, AE = 250 N, VE = 333 N, ME = 316 N-m

[B]. VD = 333 N, AE = 333 N, VE = 250 N, ME = 267 N-m

[C]. VD = 333 N, AE = 333 N, VE = 250 N, ME = 200 N-m

[D]. VD = 250 N, AE = 250 N, VE = 333 N, ME = 267 N-m

5.

The axial forces act on the shaft as shown. Determine the internal axial force at points A and B.
[A]. AA = 0, AB = 10 lb C

[B]. AA = 0, AB = 10 lb T

[C]. AA = 10 lb C, AB = 0

[D]. AA = 10 lb T, AB = 0

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Center of Gravity and Centroid


1.

Determine the approximate amount of paint needed to cover the surface of the water storage
tank. Assume that a liter of paint covers 2.5 m2. Also, what is the total inside volume of the tank.
[A]. 27.6 liters of paint, V = 52.6 m3

[B]. 20.1 liters of paint, V = 50.3 m3

[C]. 26.4 liters of paint, V = 56.5 m3

[D]. 25.1 liters of paint, V = 55.0 m3

2.

Determine the distance to the centroid axis of the beam's cross-sectional area. Neglect the
size of the corner welds at A and B for the calculation.
[A]. = 75.2 mm

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[B]. = 97.5 mm

[C]. = 85.9 mm

[D]. = 102.5 mm

3.

Locate the centroid of the shaded area.


[A]. = 0.667 m, = 2.40 m

[B]. = 0.500 m, = 2.80 m

[C]. = 0.800 m, = 2.00 m

[D]. = 0.600 m, = 2.60 m

4.

Determine the volume of concrete needed to construct the circular curb.


[A]. V = 1.083 m3

[B]. V = 1.309 m3

[C]. V = 1.756 m3

[D]. V = 8.67 m3

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5.

Determine the distance to the centroidal axis of the beam's cross-sectional area.
[A]. = 112.3 mm

[B]. = 125.0 mm

[C]. = 100.0 mm

[D]. = 91.7 mm

6.

The truss is made from seven members, each having a mass of 6 kg/m. Locate the position ( ,
) of the center of mass. Neglect the mass of the gusset plates at the joints.
[A]. = 2.36 m, = 1.286 m

[B]. = 2.33 m, = 1.333 m

[C]. = 2.43 m, = 1.308 m

[D]. = 2.79 m, = 1.757 m

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7.

Locate the center of gravity of the volume generated by revolving the shaded area about
the z axis. The material is homogeneous.
[A]. = 2.80 ft

[B]. = 2.50 ft

[C]. = 2.67 ft

[D]. = 3.00 ft

Locate the center of gravity of the homogeneous "bell-shaped" volume formed by revolving the
shaded area about the y axis.
[A]. = 3.33 ft

[B]. = 2.80 ft

[C]. = 3.20 ft

[D]. = 3.00 ft

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9.

Locate the centroid of the exparabolic segment of area.


[A]. = -4a/5, = -b/4

[B]. = -3a/4, = -3b/10

[C]. = -2a/3, = -b/3

[D]. = -5a/7, = -3b/8

Kinematics of Particle
1.

A race car starting from rest moves along a straight track with an acceleration as shown in the
graph (where for t 10 s, a = 8 m/s2). Determine the time t for the car to reach a speed of 50
m/s.
[A]. t = 11.25 s

[B]. t = 6.25 s

[C]. t = 12.5 s

[D]. t = 3.53 s

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2.

A two-stage missile is fired vertically from rest with an acceleration as shown in the graph. In 15
s the first stage A burns out and the second stage B ignites. How fast is the rocket moving and
how far has it gone at t = 20 s? How fast is the missile moving and how far has it gone at t = 20
s?
[A]. v = 430 m/s, s = 4.30 km

[B]. v = 395 m/s, s = 3.69 km

[C]. v = 360 m/s, s = 3.60 km

[D]. v = 500 m/s, s = 5.00 km

3.

The cylindrical cam C is held fixed while the rod AB and bearings E and F rotate about the
vertical axis of the cam at a constant rate of = 4 rad/s. If the rod is free to slide through the
bearings, determine the magnitudes of the velocity and acceleration of the guide D on the rod as
a function of . The guide follows the groove in the cam, and the groove is defined by the

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equations r = 0.25 ft and z = (0.25 cos ) ft.

[A].

[B]. v = cos ft/s, a = 4.00 sin ft/s2

[C]. v = sin ft/s, a = 4.00 cos ft/s2

[D]. v = 1.000 ft/s, a = 4.00 ft/s2

4.

If the hoist H is moving upward at 6 ft/s, determine the speed at which the motor M must draw in
the supporting cable.
[A]. VP/H = 6 ft/s

[B]. VP/H = 2 ft/s

[C]. VP/H = 12 ft/s

[D]. VP/H = 18 ft/s

5.

A package is dropped from the plane which is flying with a constant horizontal velocity
of vA = 150 ft/s at a height h= 1500 ft. Determine the radius of curvature of the path of the
package just after it is released from plane at A.

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[A]. 2 = 9860 ft

[B]. 2 = 3000 ft

[C]. 2 = 1500 ft

[D]. 2 = 8510 ft

7.

The v-s graph for a rocket sled is shown. Determine the acceleration of the sled when s = 100 m
and s = 175 m.
[A]. a100 = 3.75 m/s2, a175 = -1.250 m/s2

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[B]. a100 = 11.11 m/s2, a175 = -25.0 m/s2

[C]. a100 = 0.333 m/s2, a175 = -1.000 m/s2

[D]. a100 = 33.3 m/s2, a175 = -25 m/s2

8.

From experimental data, the motion of a jet plane while traveling along a runway is defined by
the v-t graph shown. Find the position s and the acceleration a when t = 40 s.
[A]. s = 2.80 km, a = 2.00 m/s2

[B]. s = 2.80 km, a = 0

[C]. s = 2.80 km, a = 2.67 m/s2

[D]. s = 2.80 km, a = 8.37 m/s2

9.

The pilot of flighter plane F is following 1.5 km behind the pilot of bomber B. Both planes are
originally traveling at 120 m/s. In an effort to pass the bomber, the pilot in F gives his plane a
constant acceleration of 12 m/s2. Determine the speed at which the pilot in the bomber sees the
pilot of the fighter plane pass at the start of the passing operation the bomber is decelerating at 3
m/s2. Neglect the effect of any turning.
[A]. vF/B = 150 m/s

[B]. vF/B = 367 m/s

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[C]. vF/B = 90 m/s

[D]. vF/B = 212 m/s

10.

A car, initially at rest, moves along a straight road with constant acceleration such that it attains
a velocity of 60 ft/s when s = 150 ft. Then after being subjected to another constant acceleration,
it attains a final velocity of 100 ft/s when s = 325 ft. Determine the average velocity and average
acceleration of the car for the entire 325-ft displacement.
[A]. vavg = 80.0 ft/s, aavg = 15.15 ft/s2

[B]. vavg = 45.2 ft/s, aavg = 13.91 ft/s2

[C]. vavg = 80.0 ft/s, aavg = 12.57 ft/s2

[D]. vavg = 55.0 ft/s, aavg = 15.15 ft/s2

11.

The motorcyclist attempts to jump over a series of cars and trucks and lands smoothly on the
other ramp, i.e., such that his velocity is tangent to the ramp at B. Determine the launch
speed vA necessary to make the jump.
[A]. vA = 11.90 m/s

[B]. vA = 11.07 m/s

[C]. vA = 16.83 m/s

[D]. vA = 15.66 m/s

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12.

If the end of the cable at A is pulled down with a speed of 2 m/s, determine the speed at which
block B arises.
[A]. vB = 4.00 m/s

[B]. vB = 1.000 m/s

[C]. vB = 1.000 m/s

[D]. vB = 4.00 m/s

13.

A package is dropped from the plane which is flying with a constant horizontal velocity
of vA = 150 ft/s at a height h= 1500 ft. Determine the radius of curvature of the path of the
package just before it is released from plane at A.
[A]. A = 9860 ft

[B]. A = 3000 ft

[C]. A = 1500 ft

[D]. A = 8510 ft

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14.

For a short time the position of a roller-coaster car along its path is defined by the equations r =
25 m, = (0.3t) rad, and z = (-8 cos ) m, where t is measured in seconds, Determine the
magnitudes of the car's velocity and acceleration when t = 4s.
[A]. v = 7.83 m/s, a = 2.27 m/s2

[B]. v = 9.74 m/s, a = 2.51 m/s2

[C]. v = 7.50 m/s, a = 2.25 m/s2

[D]. v = 5.26 m/s, a = 1.989 m/s2

15.

The flight path of a jet aircraft as it takes off is defined by the parmetric equations x =
1.25 t2 and y = 0.03 t3, where t is the time after take-off, measured in seconds, and x and y are
given in meters. At t = 40 s (just before it starts to level off), determine at this instant (a) the
horizontal distance it is from the airport, (b) its altitude, (c) its speed and (d) the magnitude of its
acceleration.
[A]. x = 2.00 km, y = 1.92 km, v = 100.0 m/s, a = 2.50 m/s2

[B]. x = 2.00 km, y = 1.92 km, v = 144.0 m/s, a = 7.20 m/s2

[C]. x = 2.00 km, y = 1.92 km, v = 175.0 m/s, a = 7.62 m/s2

[D]. x = 2.00 km, y = 1.92 km, v = 32.9 m/s, a = 7.90 m/s2

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16.

The slotted link is pinned at O, and as a result of rotation it drives the peg P along the horizontal
guide. Compute the magnitude of the velocity and acceleration of P along the horizontal guide.
Compute the magnitudes of the velocity and acceleration of P as a function of if = (3t) rad,
where t is measured in seconds.
[A]. v = 0.500 sec2 m/s, a = 1.000 sec2 tan m/s2

[B]. v = 1.500 sec m/s, a = 9.00 sec tan m/s2

[C]. v = 1.500 sec tan m/s, a = 9.00 sec tan m/s2

[D]. v = 1.500 sec2 m/s, a = 9.00 sec2 tan m/s2

17.

A sled is traveling down along a curve which can be approximated by the parabola y = x2.
When point B on the runner is coincident with point A on the curve (xA = 2m, yA = 1 m), the speed
if B is measured as vB = 8 m/s and the increase in speed is dvB/dt = 4 m/s2. Determine the
magnitude of the acceleration of point B at this instant.
[A]. a = 8.94 m/s2

[B]. a = 12.00 m/s2

[C]. a = 16.10 m/s2

[D]. a = 8.16 m/s2

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18.

A ball thrown vertically upward from the top of a building with an initial velocity of vA = 35 ft/s.
Determine (a) how high above the top of the building the ball will go before it stops at B, (b) the
time tAB it takes to reach its maximum height, and (c) the total time tAC needed for it to reach the
ground at C from the instant it is released.
[A]. h = 62.4 ft, tAB = 3.57 s, tAC = 7.14 s

[B]. h = 19.02 ft, tAB = 1.087 s, tAC = 2.17 s

[C]. h = 19.02 ft, tAB = 1.087 s, tAC = 3.30 s

[D]. h = 62.4 ft, tAB = 3.57 s, tAC = 8.56 s

19.

When the motorcyclist is at A he increases his speed along the vertical circular parth at the rate
of v = (0.3t)ft/s2, where t is in seconds. If he starts from rest when he is at A, determine his
velocity and acceleration when he reaches B.
[A]. v = 51.1 ft/s2, a = 9.83 ft/s2

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[B]. v = 51.1 ft/s2, a = 8.18 ft/s2

[C]. v = 51.1 ft/s2, a = 10.31 ft/s2

[D]. v = 51.1 ft/s2, a = 8.69 ft/s2

20.

A ball is thrown downward on the 30° inclined plane so that when it rebounds perpendicular to
the incline it has a velocity of vA = 40 ft/s. Determine the distance R where it strikes the plane
at B.
[A]. R = 66.3 ft

[B]. R = 99.4 ft

[C]. R = 172.1 ft

[D]. R = 344 ft

21.

A car is traveling along the circular curve of radius r = 300 ft. At the instant shown, its angular
rate of rotation is = 0.4 rad / s, which is increasing at the rate of = 0.2 rad / s2. Determine the
magnitude of the acceleration of the car at this instant.
[A]. a = 108.0 ft/s2

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[B]. a = 60.0 ft/s2

[C]. a = 48.0 ft/s2

[D]. a = 76.8 ft/s2

22.

The mine car is being pulled up to the inclined plane using the motor M and the rope-and-pulley
arragement shown. Determine the speed vp at which a point P on the cable must be traveling
toward the motor to move the the car up the plane with a constant speed of v = 5 m/s.
[A]. VP = 1.667 m/s

[B]. VP = 2.50 m/s

[C]. VP = 15.00 m/s

[D]. VP = 10.00 m/s

23.

A car travels up a hill with the speed shown in the graph. Compute the total distance the car
moves until it stops at t= 60 s. What is the acceleration at t = 45 s?

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[A]. s = 400 m, a45 = -3.00 m/s2

[B]. s = 450 m, a45 = -0.333 m/s2

[C]. s = 400 m, a45 = -3.00 m/s2

[D]. s = 450 m, a45 = 0.333 m/s2

24.

A car is traveling along the circular curve of radius r = 300 ft. At the instant shown, its angular
rate of rotation is = 0.4 rad / s, which is increasing at the rate of = 0.2 rad / s2. Determine the
magnitude of the velocity of the car at this instant.
[A]. v = 120.0 ft/s

[B]. v = 0

[C]. v = 60.0 ft/s

[D]. v = 169.7 ft/s

25. A particle is moving along a straight line through a fluid medium such that its speed is measured
as v = (2t) m/s, where t is in seconds. If it is released from rest at s = 0, determine its positions
and acceleration when t = 3 s.
[A]. s = 9 m, a = 2 m/s2

[B]. s = 2 m, a = 18 m/s2

[C]. s = 18 m, a = 2 m/s2

[D]. s = 2 m, a = 9 m/s2

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26. A boat is traveling along a circular path having a radius of 20 m. Determine the magnitude of the
boat's acceleration if at a given instant the boat's speed is v = 5 m/s and the rate of increase in
speed is v = 2 m/s2.
[A]. a = 2.00 m/s2

[B]. a = 2.36 m/s2

[C]. a = 1.25 m/s2

[D]. a = 12.50 m/s2

27.

As the instant shown, cars A and B are traveling at speeds of 20 mi/h and 45 mi/h, respectively.
If B is acceleration at 1600 mi/h2 while A maintains a constant speed, determine the magnitudes
of the velocity and acceleration of Awith respect to B.
[A]. vA/B = 33.9 mi/h, aA/B = 1600 mi/h2

[B]. vA/B = 60.8 mi/h, aA/B = 1600 mi/h2

[C]. vA/B = 33.9 mi/h, aA/B = 1426 mi/h2

[D]. vA/B = 60.8 mi/h, aA/B = 1426 mi/h2

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28.

The block B is suspended from a cable that is attached to the block at E, wraps around three
pulleys, and is tied to the back of a truck. If the truck starts from rest when xD is zero, and moves
forward with a constant acceleration of aD = 2 m/s2, determine the speed of the block at the
instant xD = 3 m.
[A]. vB = 0.1715 m/s

[B]. vB = 1.155 m/s

[C]. vB = 0.594 m/s

[D]. vB = 0.515 m/s

29. A train travels along a horizontal circular curve that has a radius of 200 m. If the speed of the
train is uniformly increased from 30 km/h to 45 km/h in 5 s, determine the magnitude of the
acceleration at the instant the speed of the train is 40 km/h.
[A]. a = 0.617 m/s2

[B]. a = 1.037 m/s2

[C]. a = 1.451 m/s2

[D]. a = 0.833 m/s2

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30. A fly traveling horizontally at a constant speed enters the open window of a train and leaves
through the opposite window 3 m away 0.75 s later. If the fly travels perpendicular to the train's
motion as seen from an observer on the ground, and the train is traveling at 3 m/s, determine the
speed of the fly as observed by a passenger on the train.
[A]. vF/T = 2.65 m/s

[B]. vF/T = 5.00 m/s

[C]. vF/T = 1.000 m/s

[D]. vF/T = 7.00 m/s

31.

The boy throws a snowball such that it strikes the wall of the building at the maximum height of
its trajectory. If it takes t = 1.5 s to travel from A to B, determine the velocity vA at which it was
thrown, the angle of release , and the height h.
[A]. vA = 12.00 ft/s, = 24.4E, h = 21.7 ft

[B]. vA = 49.8 ft/s, = 76.0E, h = 39.7 ft

[C]. vA = 36.3 ft/s, = 24.4E, h = 18.2 ft

[D]. vA = 48.3 ft/s, = 65.6E, h = 39.7 ft

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32.

For a short time the missile moves along the parabolic path y = (18 - 2x2) km. If motion along the
ground is measured as x = (4t - 3) km, where t is in seconds, determine the magnitudes of the
missile's velocity and acceleration when t = 1 s.
[A]. v = 5.66 km/s, a = 4.0 km/s2

[B]. v = 16.49 km/s, a = 64.0 km/s2

[C]. v = 16.00 km/s, a = 22.6 km/s2

[D]. v = 4.00 km/s, a = 16.03 km/s2

33. A small metal particle passes downward through a fluid medium while being subjected to the
attraction of a magnetic field such that its position is observed to be s = (15t3 - 3t) mm, where t is
measured in seconds. Determine (a) the particle's displacement from t = 2 s to t = 4 s, and (b)
the velocity and acceleration of the particle when t = 5 s.
[A]. s = 834 mm, v = 1122 mm/s, a = 450 mm/s2

[B]. s = 114 mm, v = 1122 mm/s, a = 450 mm/s2

[C]. s = 114 mm, v = 450 mm/s, a = 1122 mm/s2

[D]. s = 834 mm, v = 450 mm/s, a = 1122 mm/s2

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34. A car is traveling at a speed of 80 ft/s when the brakes are suddenly applied, causing a constant
deceleration of 10 ft/s2. Determine the time required to stop the car and the distance traveled
before stopping.
[A]. t = 8 s, s = 800 ft

[B]. t = 8 s, s = 320 ft

[C]. t = 4 s, s = 240 ft

[D]. t = 4 s, s = 40 ft

Kinematics of Particle: Work and Energy


1.

The elevator E and its freight have a total mass of 400 kg. Hoisting is provided by the
motor M and the 60-kg block C. If the motor has an efficiency of e = 0.6, determine the power
that must be supplied to the motor when the elevator is hoisted upward at a constant speed
of vE = m/s.
[A]. P = 22.2 kW

[B]. P = 13.34 kW

[C]. P = 26.2 kW

[D]. P = 30.1 kW

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2.

A car having a mass of 2 Mg strikes a smooth, rigid sign post with an initial speed of 30 km/h. To
stop the car, the front end horizontally deforms 0.2 m. If the car is free to roll during the collision,
determine the average horizontal collision force causing the deformation.
[A]. Favg = 4500 kN

[B]. Favg = 9000 kN

[C]. Favg = 347 kN

[D]. Favg = 694 kN

3.

When at A the bicyclist has a speed of vA = ft/s. If he coasts without pedaling from the top of the
hill at A to the shore of B and then leaps off the shore, determine his speed at B and the
distance x where he strikes the water at C. The rider and his bicycle have a total weight of 150
lb. Neglect the size of the bicycle and wind resistance.
[A]. vB = 35.0 ft/s, x = 41.2 ft

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[B]. vB = 35.0 ft/s, x = 36.1 ft

[C]. vB = 40.1 ft/s, x = 46.5 ft

[D]. vB = 40.1 ft/s, x = 52.0 ft

4.

The firing mechanism of a pinball machine consists of a plunger P having a mass of 0.25 kg and
a spring of stiffness k = 300 N/m. When s = 0, the spring is compressed 50 mm. If the arm is
pulled back such that s = 100 mm and released, determine the speed of the 0.3 kg pinball B just
before the plunger strikes the stop, i.e., s = 0. Assume all sufaces of contact to be smooth. The
ball moves in the horizontal plane. Note that the ball slides without rolling.
[A]. v = 4.47 m/s

[B]. v = 3.30 m/s

[C]. v = 2.34 m/s

[D]. v = 3.16 m/s

5.

The block has a weight of 1.5 lb and slides along the smooth chute AB. It is released from rest
at A, which has coordinates of A(5 ft, 0, 10 ft). Determine the speed at which it slides off at B,
which has coordinates of B(0, 8 ft, 0).
[A]. vB = 28.7 ft/s

[B]. vB = 25.4 ft/s

[C]. vB = 26.8 ft/s

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[D]. vB = 29.8 ft/s

6.

The roller-coaster car has a speed of 15 ft/s when it is at the crest of a vertical parabolic track.
Compute the velocity and the normal force it exerts on the track when it reaches point B. Neglect
friction and the mass of the wheels. The total weight of the car and the passengers is 350 lb.
[A]. vB = 114.5 ft/s, NB = 29.1 lb

[B]. vB = 114.5 ft/s, NB = 284 lb

[C]. vB = 114.5 ft/s, NB = 156.5 lb

[D]. vB = 114.5 ft/s, NB = 440 lb

7.

A motor hoists a 50-kg crate at constant speed to a height of h = 6 m in 3 s. If the indicated


power of the motor is 4 kw, determine the motor's efficiency.
[A]. e = 0.025 (2.5%)

[B]. e = 0.245 (24.5%)

[C]. e = 0.736 (73.6%)

[D]. e = 0.05 (5.0%)

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8.

A truck has a weight of 25,000 lb and an engine which transmits a power of 350hp. Assuming
that the wheels do not slip on the ground, determine the angle of the largest incline the truck
can climb at a constant speed of v = 50 ft/s.
[A]. 2 = 8.86E

[B]. 2 = 24.3E

[C]. 2 = 8.75E

[D]. 2 = 26.8E

9.

The book A having a weight of 1.5 lb slides on the smooth horizontal slot. If the block is drawn
back so that s = 0. Each of the two springs has a stiffness of k = 150 lb/ft and an unstretched
length of 0.5 ft.
[A]. vA = 106.2 ft/s

[B]. vA = 120.4 ft/s

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[C]. vA = 160.5 ft/s

[D]. vA = 107.7 ft/s

10.

The coefficient of friction between the 2-lb block and the surface is = 0.2. The block is acted
upon by a horizontal force of P. Determine the maximum deformation of the outer spring B at the
instant the block comes to rest. Spring B has a stiffness of KB = 20 lb/ft and the "nested"
spring C has a stiffness of kc = 40 lb/ft.
[A]. xB = 1.154 ft

[B]. xB = 0.790 ft

[C]. xB = 0.923 ft

[D]. xB = 1.137 ft

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11.

The car C and its contents have a weight of 600 lb, whereas block B has a weight of 200 lb. If
the car is released from rest, determine its speed when it travels 30 ft down the 20° incline.
[A]. vC = 3.55 ft/s

[B]. vC = 3.94 ft/s

[C]. vC = 17.68 ft/s

[D]. vC = 15.94 ft/s

12.

The "flying car" is a ride at an amusement park, which consists of a car having wheels that roll
along a track mounted on a drum. Motion of the car is created by applying the car's brake,
thereby gripping the car to the track and allowing it to move with a speed of vt = 3m/s. If the rider
applies the brake when going from B to A and then releases it at the top of the drum, A, so that
the car coasts freely down along the track to B ( = rad), determine the speed of the car
at B and the normal reaction which the drum exerts on the car at B. The rider and car have a
total mass of m = 250 kg and the center of mass of the car and rider moves along a circular path
of radius r = 8 m.
[A]. vB = 12.88 m/s, NB = 2.45 kN

[B]. vB = 12.88 m/s, NB = 7.64 kN

[C]. vB = 17.97 m/s, NB = 12.54 kN

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[D]. vB = 17.97 m/s, NB = 7.64 kN

13.

An electric train car, having a mass of 25 Mg, travels up a 10° incline with a constant speed of
80 km/h. Determine the power required to overcome the force of gravity.
[A]. P = 961 kW

[B]. P = 346 kW

[C]. P = 341 kW

[D]. P = 946 kW

14.

A car, assumed to be rigid and having a mass of 800 kg, strikes a barrel-barrier installation
without the driver applying the brakes. From experiments, the magnitude of the force of
resistance Fr, created by deforming the barrels successively, is shown as a function of vehicle
penetration. If the car strikes the barrier traveling at Vc = 70 km/h, determine approximately the
distance s to which the car penetrates the barrier.
[A]. s = 1.890 m

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[B]. s = 4.72 m

[C]. s = 2.77 m

[D]. s = 2.52 m

15.

A car is equipped with a bumper B designed to absorb collisions. The bumper is mounted to the
car using pieces of flexible tubing T. Upon collision with a rigid barrier A, a constant horizontal
force F is developed which causes a car deceleration of 3g = 29.43 m/s2 (the highest safe
deceleration for a passenger without a seatbelt). If the car and passenger have a total mass of
1.5 Mg and the car is initially coasting with a speed of 1.5 m/s, compute the magnitude
of F needed to stop the car and the deformation x of the bumper tubing.
[A]. F = 44.1 kN, x = 38.2 mm

[B]. F = 22.1 kN, x = 76.4 mm

[C]. F = 22.1 kN, x = 38.2 mm

[D]. F = 44.1 kN, x = 76.4 mm

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Planar Kinematics of a Rigid Body (PKRB)


1.

Gear A is in mesh with gear B as shown. If A starts from rest and has a constant angular
acceleration of A = 2 rad/s2, determine the tome needed for B to attain an angular velocity of
B = 50 rad/s.

[A]. t = 62.5 s

[B]. t = 250.0 s

[C]. t = 10.00 s

[D]. t = 40.0 s

2.

The 2-m-long bar is confined to move in the horizontal and vertical slots A and B. If the velocity
of the slider block at A is 6 m/s, determine the bar's angular velocity and the velocity of
block B at the instant = 60°.
[A]. AB = 3.46 rad/s , vB = 3.46 m/s 9

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[B]. AB = 3.00 rad/s , vB = 3.00 m/s 9

[C]. AB = 3.00 rad/s , vB = 6.00 m/s 9

[D]. AB = 6.00 rad/s , vB = 10.39 m/s 9

3.

Determine the angular acceleration of link BC at the instant = 90° if the collar C has an
instantaneous velocity of vc = 4 ft/s and deceleration of ac = 3 ft/s2 as shown.
[A]. BC = 36.2 rad/s2

[B]. BC = 36.2 rad/s2

[C]. BC = 27.8 rad/s2

[D]. BC = 27.8 rad/s2

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4.

During a gust of wind, the blades of the windmill are given an angular acceleration of =
(0.2 ) rad/s , where is measured in radians. If initially the blades have an angular velocity of 5
2

rad/s, determine the speed of point Plocated at the tip of one of the blades just after the blade
has turned two revolutions.
[A]. vP = 5.60 ft/s

[B]. vP = 19.87 ft/s

[C]. vP = 14.05 ft/s

[D]. vP = 18.81 ft/s

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5.

The pulley os pin-connected to block B at A. As cord CF unwinds from the inner hub with the
motion shown, cord DE unwinds from the outer rim. Determine the angular acceleration of the
pulley at the instant shown.
[A]. = 80.0 rad/s2

[B]. = 160.0 rad/s2

[C]. = 180.0 rad/s2

[D]. = 53.3 rad/s2

6.

The scaffold S is raised hydraulically by moving the roller at A towards the pin at B. If A is
approaching B with a speed of 1.5 ft/s, determine the speed at which the platform is rising as a
function of . Each link is pin-connected at its midpoint and end points and has a length of 4 ft.

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[A]. vS = 2.67 sin2 ft/s

[B]. vS = 1.500 cot ft/s

[C]. vS = 1.500 tan ft/s

[D]. vS = 2.67 cos ft/s

7.

If rod CD has a downward velocity of 6in/s at the instant shown, determine the velocity of the
gear rack A at this instant. The rod is pinned at C to gear B.
[A]. vA = 6.00 in./s

[B]. vA = 8.00 in./s

[C]. vA = 4.50 in./s

[D]. vA = 3.38 in./s

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8.

As the cord unravels from the wheel's inner hub, the wheel is rotating at = 2 rad/s at the
instant shown. Determine the magnitudes of the velocities of point A and B.
[A]. vA = 10.77 in./s, vB = 10.00 in./s

[B]. vA = 10.00 in./s, vB = 10.00 in./s

[C]. vA = 10.77 in./s, vB = 14.00 in./s

[D]. vA = 4.00 in./s, vB = 14.00 in./s

9.

The rotation of link AB creates an oscillating movement of gear F. If AB has an angular velocity
of AB = 8 rad/s, determine the angular velocity of gear F at the instant shown. Gear E is a part
of arm CD and pinned at D to a fixed point.
[A]. F = 26.7 rad/s

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[B]. F = 16.00 rad/s

[C]. F = 32.0 rad/s

[D]. F = 27.7 rad/s

10.

The mechanism is used to convert the constant circular motion of rod AB into translating motion
of rod CD. Compute the velocity and acceleration of CD for any angle of AB.
[A]. vCD = 6 sin ft/s, aCD = 24 cos2 ft/s2

[B]. vCD = 1.5 sin ft/s, aCD = 1.5 cos2 ft/s2

[C]. vCD = 6 sin ft/s, aCD = 0

[D]. vCD = 6 cos ft/s, aCD = 0

11.

If the block at C is moving downward at 4 ft/s, determine the angular velocity of bar AB at the
instant shown.

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[A]. TAB = 2.00 rad/s

[B]. TAB = 1.155 rad/s

[C]. TAB = 0

[D]. TAB = 0.870 rad/s

12.

The sphere starts from rest at = 0 and rotates with an angular acceleration of = (4 ) rad/s2,
where is measured in radians. Determine the magnitudes of the velocity and acceleration of
point P on the sphere at the instant = 6 rad.
[A]. vP = 96.0 in./s, aP = 1168 in./s2

[B]. vP = 135.8 in./s, aP = 2310 in./s2

[C]. vP = 83.1 in./s, aP = 1011 in./s2

[D]. vP = 117.6 in./s, aP = 2000 in./s2

13.

Due to an engine failure, the missile is rotating at = 3 rad/s, while its mass center G is moving

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upward at 200 ft/s. Determine the magnitude of the velocity of its nose B at this instant.
[A]. vB = 214 ft/s

[B]. vB = 125.0 ft/s

[C]. vB = 275 ft/s

[D]. vB = 185.4 ft/s

14.

Arm ABCD is printed at B and undergoes reciprocating motion such that = (0.3 sin 4t) rad,
where t is measured in seconds and the argument for the sine is in radiaus. Determine the
largest speed of point A during the motion and the magnitude of the acceleration of point D at
this instant.
[A]. vAmax = 0.0600 m/s, aD = 1.002 m/s2

[B]. vAmax = 0.300 m/s, aD = 0.960 m/s2

[C]. vAmax = 0.0600 m/s, aD = 0.916 m/s2

[D]. vAmax = 0.300 m/s, aD = 0.288 m/s2

15.

At the instant shown, gear A is rotating with a constant angular velocity of A = 6 rad/s.
Determine the largest angular velocity of gear B and the maximum speed of point C.
[A]. Bmax = 3.00 rad/s, vCmax = 0.212 m/s

[B]. Bmax = 6.00 rad/s, vCmax = 0.424 m/s

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[C]. Bmax = 8.49 rad/s, vCmax = 0.600 m/s

[D]. Bmax = 4.24 rad/s, vCmax = 0.300 m/s

16.

The disk rolls without slipping such that it has an angular acceleration of = 4 rad/s2 and
angular velocity of = 2 rad/s at the instant shown. Determine the accelerations of
points A and B on the link and the link's angular acceleration at this instant. Assume point A lies
on the periphery of the disk, 150 mm from C.
[A]. aA = (1.200i - 0.600j) m/s2, aB = 1.650i m/s2, "AB = 1.500 rad/s2

[B]. aA = (1.200i - 0.600j) m/s2, aB = 1.650i m/s2, "AB = 1.500 rad/s2

[C]. aA = (1.200i - 2.40j) m/s2, aB = 3.00i m/s2, "AB = 6.00 rad/s2

[D]. aA = (1.200i - 1.200j) m/s2, aB = 2.10i m/s2, "AB = 3.00 rad/s2

17.

Knowing the angular velocity of link CD is CD = 4 rad/s, determine the angular velocities of
links BC and AB at the instant shown.
[A]. AB = 4.00 rad/s TBC = 1.200 rad/s

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[B]. AB = 2.65 rad/s TBC = 1.985 rad/s

[C]. AB = 4.00 rad/s TBC = 1.200 rad/s

[D]. AB = 1.600 rad/s TBC = 2.29 rad/s

18.

The safe is transported on a platform which rests on rollers, each having a radius r. If the rollers
do not slip, determine their angular velocity if the safe moves forward with a velocity v.
[A]. = v/(2r)

[B]. = v/r

[C]. = 3v/r

[D]. = 2v/r

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19.

The oil pumping unit consists of a walking beam AB, connecting rod BC, and crank CD. If the
crank rotates at a constant rate of 6 rad/s, determine the speed of the rod hanger H at the
instant shown.
[A]. vH = 17.76 ft/s

[B]. vH = 16.20 ft/s

[C]. vH = 18.00 ft/s

[D]. vH = 16.42 ft/s

20.

Rod CD presses against AB, giving it an angular velocity. If the angular velocity of AB is
maintained at = 5 rad/s, determine the required speed v of CD for any angle of rod AB.
[A]. vCD = 10 csc2

[B]. vCD = -10 csc2

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[C]. vCD = -10 sin

[D]. vCD = 10 sin

21.)

Gear C is rotating with a constant angular velocity of c = 3 rad/s. Determine the acceleration of
the piston A and the angular acceleration of rod AB at the instant = 90°. Set rc = 0.2 ft and rd =
0.3 ft.
[A]. aA = 5.88 ft/s2 6, "AB = 4.00 rad/s2

[B]. aA = 5.88 ft/s2 7, "AB = 4.00 rad/s2

[C]. aA = 0.245 ft/s2 6, "AB = 0.816 rad/s2

[D]. aA = 0.245 ft/s2 7, "AB = 0.816 rad/s2

22.

The automobile with wheels 2.5 ft in diameter is traveling in a straight path at a rate of 60 ft/s. If
no slipping occurs, determine the angular velocity of one of the rear wheels and the velocity of
the fastest moving point on the wheel.
[A]. = 48 rad/s, vmax = 84.9 ft/s

[B]. = 24 rad/s, vmax = 84.9 ft/s

[C]. = 48 rad/s, vmax = 120.0 ft/s

[D]. = 24 rad/s, vmax = 120.0 ft/s

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23.)

If the rim of the wheel and its hub maintain contact with the three stationary tracks as the wheel
rolls, it is neccessary that slipping occurs at the hub A if no slipping occurs at B. Under these
conditions, what is the speed at A if the wheel has an angular velocity ?
[A]. vA = (r2-r1)

[B]. vA = r1

[C]. vA = (r2-r1)

[D]. vA = r1

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Planar Kinematics of a Rigid Body (PKRB): Work and


Energy
1.

A man having a weight of 180 lb sits in a chair of the Ferris wheel, which has a weight of 15,000
lb and a radius of gyration of ko = 37 ft. If a torque of M = 80(103) lb • ft is applied about O,
determine the angular velocity of the wheel after it has rotated 180°. Neglect the weight of the
chairs and note that the man remains in an upright position as the wheel rotates. The wheel
starts from rest in the position shown.
[A]. = 0.888 rad/s

[B]. = 0.836 rad/s

[C]. = 0.874 rad/s

[D]. = 0.849 rad/s

2.

The uniform slender rod has a mass of 5 kg. Determine the magnitude of the reaction at the
pin O when the cord at A is cut and = 90°
[A]. O = 42.0 N

[B]. O = 91.1 N

[C]. O = 122.6 N

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[D]. O = 67.4 N

3.

The spool of cable, originally at rest, has a mass of 200 kg and a radius of gyration of kG = 325
mm. If the spool rests on two small rollers A and B and a constant horizontal force of P = 400 N
is applied to the end of the cable, compute the angular velocity of the spool when 8 m of cable
has been unraveled. Neglect friction and the mass of the rollers and unraveled cable.
[A]. = 10.00 rad/s

[B]. = 12.31 rad/s

[C]. = 17.41 rad/s

[D]. = 40.0 rad/s

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4.

A chain that has a negligible mass is draped over a sprocket which has a mass of 2 kg and a
radius of gyration of kO = 50 mm. If the 4-kg block A is released from rest in the position
shown, s = 1 m, determine the angular velocity which the chain imparts th the sprocket when s =
2 m.
[A]. = 44.3 rad/s

[B]. = 39.6 rad/s

[C]. = 41.8 rad/s

[D]. = 59.1 rad/s

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5.

The beam having a weight of 150 lb is supported by two cables. If the cable at end B is cut so
that the beam is released from rest when = 30°, determine the speed at which end A strikes
the wall. Neglect friction at B. Consider the beam to be a thin rod.
[A]. vA = 5.87 ft/s

[B]. vA = 7.43 ft/s

[C]. vA = 10.18 ft/s

[D]. vA = 6.95 ft/s

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A motor supplies a constant torque or twist of M = 120 lb • ft to the drum. If the drum has a
weight of 30 lb and a radius of gyration of k0 = 0.8ft, determine the speed of the 15-lb
carte A after it rises s = 4 ft starting from rest. Neglect the weight of the cord.
[A]. v = 49.1 ft/s

[B]. v = 29.6 ft/s

[C]. v = 26.7 ft/s

[D]. v = 44.3 ft/s

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7.

The small bridge consists of an 1,800-lb uniform deck EF (thin plate), two overhead
beams AB (slender rods), each having a weight of 200 lb, and a 2,400-lb counterweight BC,
which can be considered as a thin plate having the dimensions shown. The weight of the tie
rods AE can be neglected. If the operator lets go of the rope when the bridge is at an at-rest
position, = 45°, determine the speed at which the end of the deck E hits the roadway step
at H, = 0°. The bridge is pin-connected at A, D, E, and F.
[A]. vE = 5.91 ft/s

[B]. vE = 8.21 ft/s

[C]. vE = 6.12 ft/s

[D]. vE = 6.36 ft/s

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8.

If the 3-lb solid sphere is released from rest when = 30°, determine its angular velocity
when = 0°, which is the lowest point of the curved path having a radius of 11.5 in. The sphere
does not slip as it rolls.
[A]. = 15.17 rad/s

[B]. = 18.13 rad/s

[C]. = 21.5 rad/s

[D]. = 17.15 rad/s

9.

An 800-lb tree falls from the vertical position such that it pivots about its cut section at A. If the
tree can be considered as a uniform rod, pin-supported at A, determine the speed of its top
branch <i.b< i="" style="margin: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;">just before it strikes the
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[A]. vB = 69.5 ft/s

[B]. vB = 80.2 ft/s

[C]. vB = 139.0 ft/s

[D]. vB = 56.7 ft/s

10.

THe 500-g rod AB rests along the smooth inner surface of a hemispherical bowl. If the rod is
released from the position shown, determine its angular velocity at the instant it swings
downward and becomes horizontal.
[A]. AB = 11.70 rad/s

[B]. AB = 3.04 rad/s

[C]. AB = 3.90 rad/s

[D]. AB = 3.70 rad/s

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1.

The cord is attached between two walls. If it is 8 m long, determine the distance x to the point of
attachment at B.
[A]. x = 7.75 m

[B]. x = 7.68 m

[C]. x = 6.93 m

[D]. x = 7.94 m

2.

Determine the magnitude of the resultant force by adding the rectangular components of the
three forces.
[A]. R = 29.7 N

[B]. R = 54.2N

[C]. R = 90.8 N

[D]. R = 24.0 N

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3.

Express force F as a Cartesian vector; then determine its direction angles.


[A]. F = (-2i +j+2k) kN, = 48.2°, = 70.5°, = 48.2°

[B]. F = (-2i +j+2k) kN, = 131.8°, = 70.5°, = 48.2°

[C]. F = (-4i +j+4k) kN, = 48.2°, = 70.5°, = 48.2°

[D]. F = (-4i +2j+4k) kN, = 131.8°, = 70.5°, = 48.2°

4.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant force.


[A]. R = 80.3 lb, = 106.2° CCW

[B]. R = 80.3 lb, = 73.8° CCW

[C]. R = 72.1 lb, = 63.6° CCW

[D]. R = 72.1 lb, = 116.4° CCW

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5.

Force F acts on peg A such that one of its components, lying in the x-y plane, has a magnitude
of 50 lb. Express F as a Cartesian vector.
[A]. F = (43.3 i + 25.0 j + 25.0 k) lb

[B]. F = (43.3 i + 25.0 j + 28.9 k) lb

[C]. F = (43.3 i - 25.0 j + 25.0 k) lb

[D]. F = (43.3 i - 25.0 j + 28.9 k) lb

6.

If F1 = F2 = 30lb, determine the angles and so that the resultant force is directed along the
positive x axis and has a magnitude of FR = 20 lb.
[A]. = = 70.5°

[B]. = = 41.4°

[C]. = = 19.47°

[D]. = = 18.43°

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7.

Express the Force F2 in Cartesian vector form.


[A]. F2 = (155 i + 155 j + 300 k) lb

[B]. F2 = (212 i + 212 j - 519 k) lb

[C]. F2 = (155 i + 155 j - 300 k) lb

[D]. F2 = (367 i + 367 j - 300 k) lb

8.

The antenna tower is supported by three cables. The forces in these cables are as follows: FB =
520 N, FC = 680 N, and FD = 560 N. Write the resultant of these three forces as a vector.
[A]. R = (4i +16j-72k) N

[B]. R = (-120i +40 j-960k) N

[C]. R = (560i +720j+1440k) N

[D]. R = (80i +320j-1440k) N

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9.

The cable AO exerts a force on the top of the pole of F = {—120i — 90j — 80k} lb. If the cable
has a length of 34 ft, determine the height z of the pole and the location (x,y) of its base.
[A]. x = 16 ft, y = 16 ft, z = 25 ft

[B]. x = 12 ft, y = 9 ft, z = 8 ft

[C]. x = 20 ft, y = 10 ft, z = 14 ft

[D]. x = 24 ft, y = 18 ft, z = 16 ft

10.

The ball joint is subjected to the three forces shown. Find the magnitude of the resultant force.
[A]. R = 5.30 kN

[B]. R = 5.74 kN

[C]. R = 5.03 kN

[D]. R = 6.20 kN

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11.

Express the force F1 in Cartesian vector form.


[A]. F1 = (200 i - 200 j + 283 k) lb

[B]. F1 = (200 i + 200 j + 283 k) lb

[C]. F1 = (-200 i + 200 j + 565 k) lb

[D]. F1 = (-200 i + 200 j + 283 k) lb

12.

Determine the projection of the position vector r along the aa axis.


[A]. raa = 35.3 m

[B]. raa = 6.28 m

[C]. raa = 5.42 m

[D]. raa = 5.61 m

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13.

What is the projection of the force F2 along the positive axis?


[A]. F2y = 170.0 N

[B]. F2y = —80.0 N

[C]. F2y = 90.0 N

[D]. F2y = 120.0 N

14.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the position vector r which points from point A to point
B.
[A]. r = 12 ft, = 70.5°, = 48.2°, = 131.8°

[B]. r = 12 ft, = 109.5°, = 131.8°, = 48.2°

[C]. r = 12 ft, = 70.5°, = 48.2°, = 48.2°

[D]. r = 12 ft, = 109.5°, = 131.8°, = 131.8°

15.

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Determine the magnitude of the x and y components of the 700-lb force.


[A]. Fx = -350 lb, Fy = 606 lb

[B]. Fx = -404 lb, Fy = 571 lb

[C]. Fx = -606 lb, Fy = 350 lb

[D]. Fx = -571 lb, Fy = 404 lb

16.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the resultant force.


[A]. R = 251 N, = 85.5° CCW

[B]. R = 251 N, = 94.5° CCW

[C]. R = 421 N, = 67.7° CCW

[D]. R = 421 N, = 112.3° CCW

17.

The gusset plate G of a bridge joint is subjected to the two member forces at A and B. If the
force at B is horizontal and the force at A is directed at = 30°, determine the magnitude and
direction of the resultant force.
[A]. R = 458 N, = 97.5° CCW

[B]. R = 252 N, = 82.5° CCW

[C]. R = 252 N, = 97.5° CCW

[D]. R = 458 N, = 82.5° CCW

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18.

If = 20° and = 35°, determine the magnitudes of F1 and F2 so that the resultant force has a
magnitude of 20 lb and is directed along the positive x axis.
[A]. F1 = 20.0 lb, F2 = 22.9 lb

[B]. F1 = 25.6 lb, F2 = 26.6 lb

[C]. F1 = 28.5 lb, F2 = 11.91 lb

[D]. F1 = 14.00 lb, F2 = 8.35 lb

19.

Determine the angle between the pole AC and the wire AB.
[A]. = 131.8°

[B]. = 70.5°

[C]. = 109.5°

[D]. = 48.2°

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20.

Two forces act on a block. Determine the angle between them.


[A]. = 135.0°

[B]. = 65.1°

[C]. = 45.0°

[D]. = 114.9°

21.

Determine the magnitude of the x and y components of the 2—kN force.


[A]. Fx = -1.414 kN, Fy = -1.414 kN

[B]. Fx = -1.000 kN, Fy = -1.732 kN

[C]. Fx = -1.732 kN, Fy = -1.000 kN

[D]. Fx = -4.000 kN, Fy = -2.312 kN

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22.

Cable BC exerts a force of F = 28 N on the top of the flagpole. Determine the projection of this
force along the positive z axis of the pole.
[A]. F = 24 N

[B]. F = -24 N

[C]. F = 12 N

[D]. F = 12 N

23.

Determine the magnitudes of the resultant force and its direction measured from the
positive x axis.
[A]. R = 12.49 kN, = 43.9° CW

[B]. R = 13.6 kN, = 21.5° CW

[C]. R = 14.00 kN, = 60.0° CW

[D]. R = 10.80 kN, = 68.2° CW

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24.

Determine the design angle ( <90°) bretween the two struts so that the 500-lb horizontal
force has a component of 600lb directed from A toward C. That is the component of force acting
along member AB?
[A]. FAB = 321 lb, = 40.0°

[B]. FAB = 383 lb, = 36.9°

[C]. FAB = 171.1 lb, = 20.0°

[D]. FAB = 215 lb, = 52.7°

25.

Determine the magnitude and direction of F so that this force has components of 40 lb acting
from A toward Band 60lb acting from A toward C on the frame.
[A]. F = 44.7 lb, = 22.9°

[B]. F = 80.3 lb, = 46.2°

[C]. F = 62.9 lb, = 37.1°

[D]. F = 72.1 lb, = 56.3°

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26.

Express each force in Cartesian vector form.


[A]. F1 = (2.50 i + 3.54 j + 2.50 k) kN, F2 = -2 j kN

[B]. F1 = (4.33 i + 3.54 j + 4.33 k) kN, F2 = -2 j kN

[C]. F1 = (2.17 i + 3.75 j + 4.33 k) kN, F2 = -2 j kN

[D]. F1 = (4.33 i + 3.75 j + 2.17 k) kN, F2 = -2 j kN

27.

Determine the magnitude and direction angles of F2, so that the resultant of the two forces
acts upward along the z axis of the pole and has a magnitude of 275 N.
[A]. F2 = 246 N, = 54.9°, = 114.0°, = 44.7°

[B]. F2 = 200 N, = 45.0°, = -60.0°, = 29.0°

[C]. F2 = 200 N, = 45.0°, = 120.0°, = 29.0°

[D]. F2 = 246 N, = 54.9°, = 66.0°, = 44.7°

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28.

Determine the design angle for connecting member A to the plate if the resultant force is to be
directed vercially upward. Also, what is the magnitude of the resultant?
[A]. R = 400 N, = 53.5°

[B]. R = 250 N, = 30.0°

[C]. R = 300 N, = 36.9°

[D]. R = 640 N, = 38.6°

Force System Resultants


1.

The main beam along the wing of an airplane is swept back at an angle of 25°. From load
calculations it is determined that the beam is subjected to couple moments aMx = 25,000 lb • ft
and My = 17,000 lb • ft. Determine the equivalent couple moments created about
the x' and y' axis.
[A]. Mx' = 26.0 kip-ft, My' = 29.8 kip-ft

[B]. Mx' = 29.8 kip-ft, My' = -4.84 kip-ft

[C]. Mx' = 26.0 kip-ft, My' = 15.47 kip-ft

[D]. Mx' = 29.8 kip-ft, My' = 4.84 kip-ft

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2.

Determine the moment of force F1 about point A on the beam.


[A]. M1 = 1600 ft-lb

[B]. M1 = 100 ft-lb

[C]. M1 = 100 ft-lb

[D]. M1 = 1600 ft-lb

3.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the moment of the force of the movement if the force
at A about point P.
[A]. Mp = 400 Nm

[B]. Mp = 400 Nm

[C]. Mp = 200 Nm

[D]. Mp = 200 Nm

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4.

Replace the force at A by an equivalent force and couple moment at P.


[A]. F = 15 kN @ = 36.9° , Mp = 67.1 kN-m

[B]. F = 15 kN @ = 36.9° , Mp = 30 kN-m

[C]. F = 15 kN @ = 143.1° , Mp = 67.1 kN-m

[D]. F = 15 kN @ = 143.1° , Mp = 30 kN-m

5.

Determine the magnitude of the projection of the moment cause by the force about the aa axis.
[A]. Maa = 80.0 N-m

[B]. Maa = 56.6 N-m

[C]. Maa = 28.3 N-m

[D]. Maa = 100.0 N-m

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6.

The bricks on top of the beam and the supports at the bottom create the distributed loading
shown in the second figure. Determine the required intensity w and dimension d of the right
support so that the resultant force and couple moment about point A of the system are both
zero.
[A]. w = 175.0 N/m, d = 1.5 m

[B]. w = 138.2 N/m, d = 1.9 m

[C]. w = 125.0 N/m, d = 2.1 m

[D]. w = 154.4 N/m, d = 1.7 m

7.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the moment of the force of the movement if the force
at A about point P.
[A]. Mp = 1440 Nm

[B]. Mp = 600 Nm

[C]. Mp = 1440 Nm

[D]. Mp = 600 Nm

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8.

The boys A, B and C stand near the edges of a raft as shown. Determine the location (x, y) of
boy D so that all four boys create a single resultant force acting through the raft's center O.
Provided the raft itself is symmetric, this would keep the raft afloat in a horizontal plane. the
mass of each boy is indicated in the diagram.
[A]. x = 4.5 m, y = 1.5 m

[B]. x = 3.0 m, y = 3.0 m

[C]. x = 1.5 m, y = 4.5 m

[D]. x = 3.0 m, y = 4.0 m

9.

Replace the loading by an equivalent force and couple moment acting at point O.
[A]. R = 90 kN, M = 473 kN-m CW

[B]. R = 90 kN, M = 338 kN-m CW

[C]. R = 45 kN, M = 203 kN-m CW

[D]. R = 135 kN, M = 270 kN-m CW

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10.

Replace the force and couple system by an equivalent single force and couple acting at point P.
[A]. F = (-0.0858i-1.184j) kN, M = 36.6 kN-m

[B]. F = (-0.0858i-1.184j) kN, M = 21.6 kN-m

[C]. F = (-0.0858i-1.184j) kN, M = 13.61 kN-m

[D]. F = (-0.0858i-1.184j) kN, M = 35.7 kN-m

11.

Determine the moment of force F3 about point A on the beam.


[A]. M3 = 6930 ft-lb

[B]. M3 = 6000 ft-lb

[C]. M3 = 3000 ft-lb

[D]. M3 = 4000 ft-lb

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12.

Replace the force at A by an equivalent force and couple moment at P. Express the results on
Cartesian vector form.
[A]. F = (-50i+20j+30k) N, M = (50i-130j+170k) N-m

[B]. F = (-50i+20j+30k) N, M = (-50i+60j+60k) N-m

[C]. F = (50i-20j-30k) N, M = (-50i+130j-170k) N-m

[D]. F = (50i-20j-30k) N, M = (50i-60j-60k) N-m

13.

Replace the force at A by an equivalent force and couple moment at P. Express the results on
Cartesian vector form.
[A]. F = (60j-80k) lb, M = (20i+160j+120k) lb-ft

[B]. F = (60j-80k) lb, M = (300j+560k) lb-ft

[C]. F = (60j-80k) lb, M = 20i lb-ft

[D]. F = (60j-80k) lb, M = (-160i-400j+120k) lb-ft

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14.

A force and couple act on the pipe assembly. Replace this system by an equivalent single
resultant force. Specify the location of the resultant force along the y axis, measured from A. The
pipe lies in the x-y plane.
[A]. R = 25k lb, y = -0.9 ft

[B]. R = 25k lb, y = 0.9 ft

[C]. R = 25k lb, y = 3.9 ft

[D]. R = 25k lb, y = -3.9 ft

15.

Determine the couple moment. Use a vector analysis and express the result as a Cartesian
vector.
[A]. M = (800i-4800j-800k) lb-ft

[B]. M = (4000i-2000j+4000k) lb-ft

[C]. M = (-4000i+7000j-4000k) lb-ft

[D]. M = (-800i-4800j-800k) lb-ft

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16.

Replace the loading system acting on the post by an equivalent force and couple system at
point O.
[A]. F = (-8i-66j) lb, M = 220 lb-ft

[B]. F = (-8i-66j) lb, M = 160 lb-ft

[C]. F = (4i78j) lb, M = 220 lb-ft

[D]. F = (4i78j) lb, M = 100 lb-ft

17.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the moment of the force of the movement if the force
at A about point P.
[A]. Mp = 17.86 kNm

[B]. Mp = 1.072 kNm

[C]. Mp = 9.86 kNm

[D]. Mp = 14.93 kNm

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18.

Determine the moment of the force at A about point P. Use a vector analysis and express the
result in Cartesian vector form.
[A]. MP = (-6i+6j-4k) N-m

[B]. MP = (24i+8j+9k) N-m

[C]. MP = (-6i-6j-4k) N-m

[D]. MP = (24i-8j +9k) N-m

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Determine the magnitude and direction of the couple shown.


[A]. M = 1200 N-m CW

[B]. M = 400 N-m CCW

[C]. M = 400 N-m CW

[D]. M = 1200 N-m CCW

20.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the moment of the force at A about point P.
[A]. Mp = 0.707 kN-m

[B]. Mp = 5.66 kN-m

[C]. Mp = 5.70 kN-m

[D]. Mp = 4.50 kN-m

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21.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the couple shown.


[A]. M = 22.6 kN-m CCW

[B]. M = 22.6 kN-m CW

[C]. M = 21.9 kN-m CCW

[D]. M = 21.9 kN-m CW

22.

Three parallel forces act on the rim of the tube. If it is required that the resultant force FR of the
system have a line of action that coincides with the central z axis, determine the magnitude
of FC and its location on the rim. What is the magnitude of the resultant force FR?
[A]. Fc = 361 lb, = 56.3°, R = 861 lb

[B]. Fc = 500 lb, = 54.0°, R = 1000 lb

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[C]. Fc = 500 lb, = 36.0°, R = 1000 lb

[D]. Fc = 361 lb, = 36.9°, R = 861 lb

23.

A force of 50 N is applied to the handle of the door as shown. Determine the projection of the
moment of this force about the hinged axis z. Neglect the size of the doorknob. Suggestion: Use
a scaler analysis.
[A]. Mz = 15.9 N-m

[B]. Mz = -15.9 N-m

[C]. Mz = -27.6 N-m

[D]. Mz = 27.6 N-m

24.

The wind has blown sand over a platform such that the intensity of load can be approximated by

the function . Simplify this distributed loading to a single concentrated force


and specify the magnitude and location of the force measured from A.
[A]. R = 1250 N, x = 6.67 m

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[B]. R = 2500 N, x = 6.67 m

[C]. R = 1250 N, x = 8 m

[D]. R = 2500 N, x = 8 m

25.

The pole supports a 22-lb traffic light. Using Cartesian vectors, determine the moment of the
weight of the traffic light about the base of the pole at A.
[A]. MA = 216k lb-ft

[B]. MA = (-132i-229j-216k) lb-ft

[C]. MA = (-229i+121j) lb-ft

[D]. MA = (-132i+229j) lb-ft

26.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the couple moment.


[A]. M = 3900 lb-ft CW

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[B]. M = 3900 lb-ft CCW

[C]. M = 3120 lb-ft CW

[D]. M = 3120 lb-ft CCW

27.

A twist of 4 N-m is applied to the handle of the screwdriver. Resolve this couple moment into a
pair of couple forces F exerted on the handle.
[A]. P = 20 N

[B]. P = 10 N

[C]. P = 800 N

[D]. P = 1600 N

28.

Replace the force F, having a magnitude of F = 40 lb and acting at B, by an equivalent force and
couple moment at A.
[A]. F = (32i-24k) lb, M = (-120i+96j-160k) lb-ft

[B]. F = (32i-24k) lb, M = 233k lb-ft

[C]. F = (32i-24k) lb, M = -72k lb-ft

[D]. F = (32i-24k) lb, M = (-120i+160j+40k) lb-ft

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29.

The resultant force of a wind loading acts perpendicular to the face of the sign as shown.
Replace this force by an equivalent force and couple moment acting at point O.
[A]. F = -120i lb, M = (-3000j+1800k) lb-ft

[B]. F = -120i lb, M = 3500i lb-ft

[C]. F = -120i lb, M = -3500j lb-ft

[D]. F = -120i lb, M = 3500k lb-ft

30.

Determine the magnitude and direction of the moment of the force at A about point P.
[A]. Mp = 143.5 ft-lb

[B]. Mp = 1191 ft-lb

[C]. Mp = 1104 ft-lb

[D]. Mp = 1200 ft-lb

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31.

Determine the moment of the force at A about point P. Use a vector analysis and express the
result in Cartesian vector form.
[A]. MP = (160i+240j+40k) N-m

[B]. MP = (380i+160j+400k) N-m

[C]. MP = (280i+200j+400k) N-m

[D]. MP = (40i+80k) N-m

32.

The man at B exerts a force of 140N on the rope attached to the end of beam AC as shown.
Determine the moment of this force about the base of the beam at A.
[A]. MA = (720i-360k) N-m

[B]. MA = (-720i+360k) N-m

[C]. MA = (-720i-360k) N-m

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[D]. MA = (720i+360k) N-m

33.

The three forces acting on the water tank represent the effect of the wind. Replace this system
by a single resultant force and specify its vertical location from point O.
[A]. R = 600 lb, d = 65.0 ft below O

[B]. R = 600 lb, d = 130.4 ft below O

[C]. R = 600 lb, d = 65.0 ft above O

[D]. R = 600 lb, d = 130.4 ft above O

34.

Determine the moment of the force at A about point P. Use a vector analysis and express the
result in Cartesian vector form.
[A]. MP = (600i-200k) N-m

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[B]. MP = (800i-200j+1200k) N-m

[C]. MP = (1200i+100k) N-m

[D]. MP = (400i-200j+1200k) N-m

35.

This structural connection is subjected to the 8,000-lb force. Replace this force by an equivalent
force and couple acting at the center of the bolt group, O.
[A]. F = (6400i+4800j) lb, M = (-3.20i+7.20j) kip-ft

[B]. F = (-6400i-4800j) lb, M = -400k kip-ft

[C]. F = (-6400i-4800j) lb, M = (-3.20i-7.20j) kip-ft

[D]. F = (6400i+4800j) lb, M = 400k kip-ft

36.

Express the moment of the couple acting on the pipe on Cartesian vector form. What is the
magnitude of the couple moment?
[A]. Mc = (37.5i-25j) N-m, Mc = 45.1 N-m

[B]. Mc = (25i-37.5j) N-m, Mc = 45.1 N-m

[C]. Mc =45.1kN-m, Mc = 45.1 N-m

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[D]. Mc =-45.1kN-m, Mc = 45.1 N-m

37.

Determine the direction (0° 180°) of the 30-lb force F so that the moment of F about
point A has the maximum magnitude.
[A]. = 36.9°

[B]. = 53.1°

[C]. = 127.0°

[D]. = 90.0°

38.

Determine the moment of force F2 about point A on the beam.


[A]. M2 = 800 ft-lb

[B]. M2 = 50 ft-lb

[C]. M2 = 600 ft-lb

[D]. M2 = 37.5 ft-lb

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39.

The distributed loadings of soil pressure on the sides and bottom of a spread footing are shown.
Simplify this system to a single resultant force and couple moment acting at A. What is the
resultant force F and the couple moment M?
[A]. F = (72i + 125j)N, M = 83.5 N-m CCW

[B]. F = (144i + 125j)N, M = 135.7 N-m CCW

[C]. F = (144i + 125j)N, M = 83.5 N-m CCW

[D]. F = (72i + 125j)N, M = 102.1 N-m CCW

40.

Replace the two forces acting on the tree branches by an equivalent force and couple moment
acting at point O.
[A]. R = (60i+198j-36k) N, M = (747i+18j-924k) N-m

[B]. R = (60i+18j-324k) N, M = (747i+18j-924k) N-m

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[C]. R = (60i+198j-36k) N, M = (360i+1260j-414k) N-m

[D]. R = (60i+18j-324k) N, M = (360i+1260j-414k) N-m

41.

Determine the magnitude of the projection of the moment cause by the force about the aa axis.
[A]. Maa = 16.97 kN-m

[B]. Maa = 12.00 kN-m

[C]. Maa = 6 kN-m

[D]. Maa = 8.48 kN-m

42.

Replace the force and couple system by an equivalent single force and couple acting at point P.
[A]. F = (-8.66i-15.00j) N, M = 50.0 N-m

[B]. F = (8.66i-15.00j) N, M = 42.0 N-m

[C]. F = (8.66i-15.00j) N, M = 50.0 N-m

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[D]. F = (-8.66i-15.00j) N, M = 42.0 N-m

43.

A twist of 4 N-m is applied to the handle of the screwdriver. Resolve this couple moment into a
pair of couple forces F exerted on the handle.
[A]. F = 133 N

[B]. F = 120 N

[C]. F = 60 N

[D]. F = 266 N

Structural Analysis
1.

Determine the force in each member of the truss and indicate whether the members are in tension or
compression.
CB = 447 N C, CD = 200 N T, DB = 800 N C, DE = 200 N T,
[A].
BE = 447 N T, BA = 894 N C, AE = 800 N T

CB = 447 N T, CD = 200 N C, DB = 800 N T, DE = 200 N C,


[B].
BE = 447 N C, BA = 894 N T, AE = 800 N C

CB = 894 N T, CD = 800 N C, DB = 800 N T, DE = 800 N C,


[C].
BE = 894 N C, BA = 1789 N T, AE = 800 N C

CB = 894 N C, CD = 800 N T, DB = 800 N C, DE = 800 N T,


[D].
BE = 894 N T, BA = 1789 N C, AE = 800 N T

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2.

The principles of a differential chain block are indicated schematically in the figure. Determine
the magnitude of force P needed to support the 800-N force. Also compute the
distance x where the cable must be attached to bar AB so the bar remains horizontal. All
pulleys have a radius of 60 mm.

[A]. P = 80 N, x = 240 mm

[B]. P = 80 N, x = 180 mm

[C]. P = 40 N, x = 180 mm

[D]. P = 40 N, x = 240 mm

3.

Determine the magnitude of the forces in pins B and D of the four-member frame.

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[A]. B = 503 lb, D = 225 lb

[B]. B = 225 lb, D = 503 lb

[C]. B = 56.3 lb, D = 125.8 lb

[D]. B = 125.8 lb, D = 112.5 lb

4.

Determine the force in members FF, FB, and BC of the Fink truss and indicate whether the
members are in tension or compression.
[A]. BF = 693 lb T, FG = 1800 lb C, BC = 1212 lb T

[B]. BF = 8660 lb C, FG = 3600 lb C, BC = 1212 lb T

[C]. BF = 3810 lb T, FG = 3600 lb C, BC = 1212 lb T

[D]. BF = 1732 lb T, FG = 2400 lb C, BC = 1212 lb T

5.

The floor beams AB and BC are stiffened using the two tie rods CD and AD. Determine the force
along each rod. Assume the three contacting members at B are smooth and the joints at A, C,
and D are pins.
[A]. T = 480 lb

[B]. T = 520 lb

[C]. T = 1248 lb

[D]. T = 1152 lb

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6.

A crane is constructed from two side trusses. If a load of 4 kN is suspended from one of these
trusses as shown, determine the force in members FG, GK, and <KJ. State whether the
members are in tension or compression. Assume the joints are pin-connected.
[A]. KG = 2.66 kN C, KJ = 4.00 kN C, FG = 5.96 kN T

[B]. KG = 5.66 kN T, KJ = 4.00 kN C, FG = 17.89 kN T

[C]. KG = 0, KJ = 4.00 kN C, FG = 8.94 kN T

[D]. KG = 1.886 kN C, KJ = 4.00 kN C, FG = 5.96 kN T

7.

Determine the force in members GF, CF, CD of the symmetric roof truss and indicate whether
the members are in tension or compression.
[A]. CD = 1.783 kN C, CF = 0, GF = 1.427 kN T

[B]. CD = 3.48 kN C, CF = 00904 kN T, GF = 1.783 kN T

[C]. CD = 2.79 kN C, CF = 0.723 kN T, GF = 1.427 kN T

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[D]. CD = 2.23 kN C, CF = 0, GF = 1.783 kN T

8.

The Warren truss is used to support a staircase. Determine the force in members CE, ED,
and DF, and state whether the members are in tension or compression. Assume all joints are
pinned.
[A]. ED = 3.60 kN T, DF = 1.70 kN C, CE = 6.22 kN C

[B]. ED = 2.00 kN C, DF = 2.26 kN C, CE = 2.26 kN T

[C]. ED = 0.800 kN C, DF = 1.131 kN T, CE = 2.83 kN C

[D]. ED = 0.400 kN C, DF = 2.26 kN T, CE = 4.53 kN C

9.

Determine the horizontal and vertical components of force at pins A and C of the two-member
frame.
[A]. Ax = -212 N, Ay = 388 N, Cx = 212 N, Cy = 212 N

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[B]. Ax = -300 N, Ay = 300 N, Cx = 300 N, Cy = 300 N

[C]. Ax = -849 N, Ay = 149 N, Cx = 849 N, Cy = 849 N

[D]. Ax = -1200 N, Ay = 1200 N, Cx = 1200 N, Cy = -600 N

10.

A tower used in an electrical substation supports a power line which exerts a horizontal tension
of T = 500 lb on each side truss of the tower as shown. Determine the force in members BC,
CM, and LM of a side truss and indicate whether the members are in tension or compression.
[A]. CM = 833 lb T, CB = 3330 lb C, LM = 2670 lb T

[B]. CM = 581 lb T, CB = 2050 lb C, LM = 2000 lb T

[C]. CM = 325 lb T, CB = 3040 lb C, LM = 2670 lb T

[D]. CM = 58 lb T, CB = 1646 lb C, LM = 1600 lb T

11.

The Pratt bridge truss is subjected to the loading shown. Determine the force in members CD,
CL and ML, and indicate whether these members are in tension or compression.
[A]. CL = 100 kN T, ML = 150 kN T, CD = 150 kN C

[B]. CL = 50 kN C, ML = 112.5 kN C, CD = 112.5 kN T

[C]. CL = 100 kN C, ML = 150 kN C, CD = 150 kN T

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[D]. CL = 50 kN T, ML = 112.5 kN T, CD = 112.5 kN C

12.

Compute the force in each member of the Warren truss and indicate whether the members are
in tension or compression. All the members are 3 m long.
[A]. AB = CD = 8.00 kN C, AE = DE = 6.92 kN T, BE = CE = 8.00 kN T, BC = 6.92 kN C

[B]. AB = CD = 4.62 kN C, AE = DE = 2.31 kN T, BE = CE = 4.62 kN T, BC = 2.31 kN C

[C]. AB = CD = 8.00 kN T, AE = DE = 6.92 kN C, BE = CE = 8.00 kN C, BC = 6.92 kN T

[D]. AB = CD = 4.62 kN T, AE = DE = 2.31 kN C, BE = CE = 4.62 kN C, BC = 2.31 kN T

13.

The scissors lift consists of two sets of symmetrically placed cross members (one in front that is
shown and one behind that is not shown) and two hydraulic cylinders (front [labeled DE] and
back [not shown]). The uniform platform has a mass of 60 kg with a center of gravity at G1. The
85 kg load (center of gravity at G2) is centered front to back. Determine the force in each of the
hydraulic cylinders necessary to maintain equilibrium. These are rollers at B and D.
[A]. DE = 1.067 kN C

[B]. DE = 1.139 kN C

[C]. DE = 0.606 kN C

[D]. DE = 1.207 kN C

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14.

The jack shown supports a 350-kg automobile engine. Determine the compression in the
hydraulic cylinder C and the magnitude of force that pin B exerts on the horizontal member BDE.
[A]. FC = 8.75 kN, FB = 5.43 kN

[B]. FC = 5.15 kN, FB = 5.15 kN

[C]. FC = 8.58 kN, FB = 5.15 kN

[D]. FC = 5.25 kN, FB = 7.36 kN

15.

A sign is subjected to a wind loading that exerts horizontal forces of 300 lb on joints B and C of
one of the side supporting trusses. Determine the force in members BC, CD, DB, and DE of the
truss and state whether the members are in tension or compression.
[A]. CB = 720 lb C, CD = 780 lb T, DB = 0, DE = 780 lb T

[B]. CB = 720 lb T, CD = 780 lb C, DB = 0, DE = 780 lb C

[C]. CB = 125 lb T, CD = 325 lb C, DB = 0, DE = 325 lb C

[D]. CB = 125 lb C, CD = 325 lb T, DB = 0, DE = 325 lb T

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16.

Determine the horizontal and vertical components of force at pin A.


[A]. Ax = -46.7 lb, Ay = 45.0 lb

[B]. Ax = -53.3 lb, Ay = 40.0 lb

[C]. Ax = 13.3 lb, Ay = 10.0 lb

[D]. Ax = -106.7 lb, Ay = 80.0 lb

17.

The hoist supports the 125-kg engine. Determine the force the load creates in member DB and
in member FB, which contains the hydraulic cylinder H.
[A]. FB = 5.82 kN C, BD = 7.80 kN T

[B]. FB = 1.939 kN C, BD = 2.60 kN T

[C]. FB = 1.839 kN C, BD = 2.47 kN T

[D]. FB = 1.839 kN C, BD = 2.60 kN T

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Friction

1.

The boy at D has a mass of 50 kg, a center of mass at G, and stands on a plank at the position
shown. The plank is pin-supported at A and rests on a post at B. Neglecting the weight of the
plank and post, determine the magnitude of force P his friend (?) at E must exert in order to pull
out the post. Take B = 0.3 and C = 0.8.
[A]. P = 360 N

[B]. P = 264 N

[C]. P = 229 N

[D]. P = 293 N

2.

A uniform beam has a mass of 18 kg and rests on two surfaces at points A and B. Determine the
maximum distance x to which the girl can slowly walk up the beam before it begins to slip. The
girl has a mass of 50 kg and walks up the beam with a constant velocity.
[A]. x = 0.678 m

[B]. x = 0.508 m

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[C]. x = 1.005 m

[D]. x = 0.712 m

3.

Determine the minimum force F needed to push the two 75-kg cylinders up the incline. The force
acts parallel to the plane and the coefficients of friction at the contacting surfaces are A =
0.3, B = 0.25, C = 0.4. Each cylinder has a radius of 150 mm.
[A]. F = 919 N

[B]. F = 735 N

[C]. F = 1.051 kN

[D]. F = 981 N

4.

The refrigerator has a weight of 200 lb and a center of gravity at G. Determine the
force P required to move it. Will the refrigerator tip or slip? Take = 0.4.
[A]. P = 75 lb Slips

[B]. P = 80 lb Tips

[C]. P = 80 lb Slips

[D]. P = 75 lb Tips

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5.

A 17-kg ladder has a center of mass at G. If the coefficients of friction at A and B are A = 0.3
and B = 0.2, respectively, determine the smallest horizontal force that the man must exert of
the ladder at point C in order to push the ladder forward.
[A]. F = 120.2 N

[B]. F = 288 N

[C]. F = 166.8 N

[D]. F = 204 N

Moment of Inertia

1.

Determine the radius of gyration ky of the parabolic area.


[A]. ky = 76.5 mm

[B]. ky = 17.89 mm

[C]. ky = 78.6 mm

[D]. ky = 28.3 mm

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2.

Determine the inertia of the parabolic area about the x axis.


[A]. Ix = 11,430 in.4

[B]. Ix = 32,800 in.4

[C]. Ix = 13,330 in.4

[D]. Ix = 21,300 in.4

3.

The composite cross section for the column consists of two cover plates riveted to two channels.
Determine the radius of gyration k with respect to the centroidal axis. Each channel has a
cross-sectional area of Ac = 11.8 in.2 and moment of inertia (I )c = 349 in.4.
[A]. k = 7.74 in.

[B]. k = 6.29 in.

[C]. k = 5.44 in.

[D]. k = 4.25 in.

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4.

The irregular area has a moment of inertia about the AA axis of 35 (106) mm4. If the total area is
12.0(103) mm2, determine the moment of inertia if the area about the BB axis. The DD axis
passes through the centroid C of the area.
[A]. IBB = 5.00(106 ) mm4

[B]. IBB = 17.00(106 ) mm4

[C]. IBB = 16.80(106 ) mm4

[D]. IBB = 55.4(106 ) mm4

KOP: Force and Acceleration

1.

Rod OA rotates counterclockwise with a constant angular rate of = 5 rad/s. The double
collar B is pin-connected together such that one collar slides over the rotating rod and the other
slides over the horizontal curved rod, of which the shape is a limacon described by the equation
r - 1.5(2 - cos ) ft. If both collars weigh 0.75 lb, determine the normal force which the curved
path exerts on one of the collars, and the force that OA exerts on the other collar at the
instant = 90°.
[A]. FOA = 0.873 lb, Fcurve = 1.953 lb

[B]. FOA = 0, Fcurve = 1.953 lb

[C]. FOA = 1.747 lb, Fcurve = 0

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[D]. FOA = 2.87 lb, Fcurve = 6.41 lb

2.

The 30-lb crate is being hoisted upward with a constant acceleration of 6 ft/s2. If the uniform
beam AB has a weight of 200 lb, determine the components of reaction at A. Neglect the size
and mass of the pulley at B.
[A]. Ax = -48.3 lb, Ay = 248.3 lb, MA = 258 lb-ft CCW

[B]. Ax = -48.3 lb, Ay = 248.3 lb, MA = 741 lb-ft CCW

[C]. Ax = -35.6 lb, Ay = 236 lb, MA = 678 lb-ft CCW

[D]. Ax = -30.0 lb, Ay = 230 lb, MA = 650 lb-ft CCW

3.

The 300-kg bar B, originally at rest, is being towed over a series of small rollers. Computer the
force in the cable when t = 5s, if the motor M is drawing in the cable for a short time at a rate of v
= (0.4t2) m/s, where t is in seconds (0 t 6 s). How far does the bar move in 5 s? Neglect the
mass of the cable, pulley P, and the rollers.
[A]. T = 5.00 kN, s = 0.300 m

[B]. T = 1.200 kN, s = 1.25 m

[C]. T = 5.00 kN, s = 4.00 m

[D]. T = 1.200 kN, s = 16.67 m

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4.

A 1.5-lb brick is released from rest A and slides down the inclined roof. If the coefficient of
friction between the roof and the brick is = 0.3, determine the speed at which the brick strikes
the gutter G.
[A]. v = 3.00 ft/s

[B]. v = 2.68 ft/s

[C]. v = 5.61 ft/s

[D]. v = 15.23 ft/s

5.

A ball having a mass of 2 kg slides without friction within a vertical circular slot. If it is released
from rest when = 10°, determine the force it exerts on the slot when it arrives at points A and
B.
[A]. NA = 38.6 N, NB = 96.6 N

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[B]. NA = 30.9 N, NB = 61.8 N

[C]. NA = 30.9 N, NB = 81.2 N

[D]. NA = 38.6 N, NB = 77.3 N

6.

The 2-kg shaft CA passes through a smooth journal bearing at B. Initially, the springs, which are
coiled loosely around the shaft, are unstretched when no force is applied to the shaft. In this
position s = sª = 250 and the shaft is originally at rest. If a horizontal force of F = 5 kN is applied,
determine the speed of the shaft at the instant s = 50 mm, sª = 450 mm. The ends of the springs
are attached to the bearing at B and the caps at C and A.
[A]. v = 31.6 m/s

[B]. v = 14.14 m/s

[C]. v = 44.7 m/s

[D]. v = 30.0 m/s

7.

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determine the minimum speed the bucket must have when it is overhead at A so no water spills
out.
[A]. v = 11.35 ft/s

[B]. v = 0

[C]. v = 6.26 ft/s

[D]. v = 2.83 ft/s

8.

Determine the acceleration of block A when the system is released. The coefficient of friction
and the weight of each block are indicated in the figure. Neglect the mass of the pulleys and
cords.
[A]. aA = 7.50 ft/s2 Up the slope

[B]. aA = 7.50 ft/s2 Down the slope

[C]. aA = 4.28 ft/s2 Up the slope

[D]. aA = 4.28 ft/s2 Down the slope

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9.

A tobbogan and rider have a total mass of 100 kg and travel down along the (smooth) slope
defined by the equation y = 0.2x2. At the instant x = 8 m, the toboggan's speed is 4 m/s. At this
point, determine the rate of increase in speed and the normal force which the toboggan exerts
on the slope. Neglect the size of the toboggan and rider for the calculation.
[A]. at = 8.32 m/s2, N = 520 N

[B]. at = 8.32 m/s2, N = 537 N

[C]. at = 9.36 m/s2, N = 310 N

[D]. at = 9.36 m/s2, N = 293 N

10.

A block having a mass of 2 kg is placed on a a spring scale located in an elevator that is moving
downward. If the scale reading, which measures the force in the spring, is 20 N, determine the
acceleration of the elevator. Neglect the mass of the scale.
[A]. a = 10.00 m/s2

[B]. a = 0.1900 m/s2

[C]. a = 0.1900 m/s2

[D]. a = 10.00 m/s2

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11.

The pendulum bob B has a weight of 5 lb and is released from rest in the position shown, =0°.
Determine the tension in string BC just after the bob is released, = 0°, and also at the instant
the bob reaches point D, = 45°.
[A]. T0 = 0, T45 = 10.61 lb

[B]. T0 = 0.1551 lb, T45 = 10.61 lb

[C]. T0 = 0, T45 = 7.07 lb

[D]. T0 = 0.1551 lb, T45 = 7.07 lb

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12.

A truck T has a weight of 8,000 lb and is traveling along a portion of a road defined by the
lemniscate r2 = 0.2(106) cos 2 , where r is measured in feet and is in radians. If the truck
maintains a constant speed of vr = 4 ft/s, determine the magnitude of the resultant frictional force
which must be exerted by all the wheels to maintain the motion when = 0.
[A]. F = 29.2 lb

[B]. F = 859 lb

[C]. F = 87.5 lb

[D]. F = 26.7 lb

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13.

A smooth can C, having a mass of 2 kg, is lifted from a feed at A to a ramp at B by a forked
rotating rod. If the rod maintains a constant angular motion of = 0.5 rad/s, determine the force
which the rod exerts on the can at the instant = 30°. Neglect the effects of friction in the
calculation. The ramp from A to B is circular, having a radius of 700 min.
[A]. F = 19.62 N

[B]. F = 11.33 N

[C]. F = 10.63 N

[D]. F = 12.03 N

14.

The spool, which has a weight of 2lb, slides along the smooth horizontal spiral rod, r = (2 ) ft,
where is in radians. If its angular rate of rotation is constant and equals = 4 rad/s, determine
the tangential force P needed to cause the motion and the normal force that the spool exerts on
the rod at the instant = 90°.
[A]. P = 0.499 lb, N = 5.03 lb

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[B]. P = 5.50 lb, N = 15.65 lb

[C]. P = 3.35 lb, N = 2.43 lb

[D]. P = 1.677 lb, N = 4.77 lb

15.

Each of the three barges has a mass of 30 Mg, whereas the tugboat has a mass of 12 Mg. As
the barges are being pulled forward with a constant velocity of 4 m/s, the tugboat must
overcome the frictional resistance of the water, which is 2 kN for each barge and 1.5 kN for the
tugboat. If the cable between A and B breaks, determine the acceleration of the tugboat.
[A]. a = 0.1667 m/s2

[B]. a = 0.1042 m/s2

[C]. a = 0.0278 m/s2

[D]. a = 0.01961 m/s2

16.

A particle having a mass of 1.5 kg, moves along a three-dimensional path defined by the
equations r = 94 + 3t) m, = (t2 + 2) rad, and z = (6 - t3) m, where t is in seconds, and the z-axis
is vertical. Determine the r, , and z components of force which the path exerts on the particle
when t = 2 s.
[A]. Fr = 0, F2 = 30 N, Fz = -18.00 N

[B]. Fr = -240 N, F2 = 66.0 N, Fz = -3.29 N

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[C]. Fr = 0, F2 = 3 N, Fz = -18.00 N

[D]. Fr = -160.0 N, F2 = 44.0 N, Fz = -12.00 N

KOP Impulse and Momentum

1.

A golf ball having a mass of 40 g is struck such that it has an initial velocity of 200 m/s as shown.
Determine the horizontal and vertical components of the impulse given to the ball.
[A]. Impx = 4.00 N-s, Impy = 6.93 N-s

[B]. Impx = 6.93 N-s, Impy = 4.00 N-s

[C]. Impx = 6.93 N-s, Impy = 4.39 N-s

[D]. Impx = 4.00 N-s, Impy = 7.32 N-s

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2.

The drop hammer H has a weight of 900 lb and falls from rest. H has a weight of 900 lb and falls
from rest h = 3 ft onto a forged anvil plate P that has a weight of 500 lb. The plate is mounted on
a set of springs which have a combined stiffness of kT = 500 lb/ft. Determine (a) the velocity
of P and H just after collision and (b) the maximum compression in the springs caused by the
impact. The coefficient of restitution between the hammer and the plate is e = 0.6. Neglect
friction along the vertical guide posts A and B.
[A]. vH2 = 3.97 ft/s, vP2 = 17.87 ft/s, x = 4.15 ft

[B]. vH2 = 8.94 ft/s, vP2 = 8.94 ft/s, x = 2.57 ft

[C]. vH2 = 5.96 ft/s, vP2 = 14.30 ft/s, x = 3.52 ft

[D]. vH2 = 20.8 ft/s, vP2 = 12.51 ft/s, x = 3.20 ft

3.

A basket and its contents weigh 10 lb. A 20-lb monkey grabs the other end of the rope and very
quickly (almost instantaneously) accelerates by pulling hard on the rope until he is moving with a
constant speed of vm/r = 2 ft/s measured relative to the rope. The monkey then continues
climbing at this constant rate relative to the rope for 3 seconds. How fast is the basket rising at
the end of the 3 seconds? Neglect the mass of the pulley and the rope.
[A]. vbasket = 33.5 ft/s

[B]. vbasket = 32.2 ft/s

[C]. vbasket = 96.6 ft/s

[D]. vbasket = 97.9 ft/s

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4.

In cases of emergency, the gas actuator can be used to move a 75-kg block B by exploding a
charge C near a pressurized cylinder of negligible mass. As a result of the explosion, the
cylinder fractures and the released gas forces the front part ofthe cylinder, A, to move B and the
floor is = 0.5, determine the impulse that the actuator must impart to B.
[A]. Imp = 147.2 N-s

[B]. Imp = 132.2 N-s

[C]. Imp = 15.00 N-s

[D]. Imp = 162.2 N-s

5.

Two coins A and B have the initial velocities shown just before they collide at point O. If they
have weights of WA = 13.2(10-3) lb and WB = 6.6(10-3) lb and the surface upon which they slide is
smooth, determine their speed just after impact. The coefficient of restitution is e = 0.65.
[A]. vA2 = 1.856 ft/s, vB2 = 3.18 ft/s

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[B]. vA2 = 1.871 ft/s, vB2 = 2.76 ft/s

[C]. vA2 = 1.772 ft/s, vB2 = 2.88 ft/s

[D]. vA2 = 1.755 ft/s, vB2 = 2.92 ft/s

6.

The motor M pulls on the cables with a force F that has a magnitude which varies as shown on
the graph. If the 15-kg crate is originally resting on the floor such that the cable tension is zero
when the motor is turned on, determine the speed of the crate when t = 6s.
[A]. vcrate = 23.2 m/s

[B]. vcrate = 70.0 m/s

[C]. vcrate = 11.14 m/s

[D]. vcrate = 58.0 m/s

7.

A stunt driver in car A travels in free flight off the edge of a ramp at C. At the point of maximum
height he strikes car B. If the direct collision is perfectly plastic (e = 0), determine the required

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ramp speed vC at the end of the ramp C, and the approximate distance s where both cars strike
the ground. Each car has a mass of 3.5 Mg. Neglect the size of the cars in the calculation.
[A]. vC = 25.9 m/s, s = 10.99 m

[B]. vC = 22.4 m/s, s = 9.52 m

[C]. vC = 25.9 m/s, s = 10.99 m

[D]. vC = 25.9 m/s, s = 10.99 m

8.

A toboggan and rider, having a total mass of 150 kg, enter horizontally tangent to a 90° circular
curve with a velocity VA and the angle of "descent," measured from the horizontal in a
vertical x — z plane, at which the toboggan exits at B. Neglect friction in the calculation. The
radius rB equals 57 m.
[A]. vB = 21.9 m/s, = 20.9°

[B]. vB = 23.4 m/s, = 29.0°

[C]. vB = 20.7 m/s, = 8.84°

[D]. vB = 20.3 m/s, = 7.37°

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The projectile having a mass of m = 3 kg is fired from a cannon with a muzzle velocity of vO =
500 m/s. Determine the projectile's angular momentum about point O at the instant it is at the
maximum height of its trajectory.
[A]. H0 = 15.11(106) kg- m2/s CCW

[B]. H0 = 6.76(106) kg- m2/s CCW

[C]. H0 = 15.11(106) kg- m2/s CW

[D]. H0 = 6.76(106) kg- m2/s CW

10.

The two handcars A and B each have a mass of 80 kg. Both cars are initially at rest. Both cars
start from rest before the man jumps. If the man C has a mass of 70 kg and jumps from A with a
horizontal relative velocity of vC/A = 2 m/s and lands on B, determine the velocity of each car after
the jump. Neglect the effects of rolling resistance.
[A]. vA = 0.933 m/s vB = 0.498 m/s

[B]. vA = 1.750 m/s vB = 0.933 m/s

[C]. vA = 0.498 m/s vB = 1.750 m/s

[D]. vA = 1.750 m/s vB = 1.750 m/s

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11.

Determine the velocities of blocks A and B 2 s after they are released from rest. Neglect the
mass of the pulleys and cables.
[A]. vA = 21.5 ft/s 8, VB = 21.5 ft/s 9

[B]. vA = 64.4 ft/s 8, VB = 64.4 ft/s 9

[C]. vA = 64.4 ft/s 8, VB = 32.2 ft/s 9

[D]. vA = 21.5 ft/s 8, VB = 10.73 ft/s 9

12.

A 0.6-kg brick is thrown into a 25-kg wagon which is initially at rest. If, upon entering, the brick
has a velocity of 10 m/s as shown, determine the final velocity of the wagon.

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[A]. vwagon = 0.203 m/s

[B]. vwagon = 0.208 m/s

[C]. vwagon = 0.240 m/s

[D]. vwagon = 0.234 m/s

13.

A 30-lb block is initially moving along a smooth horizontal surface with a speed of v1 = 6 ft/s to
the left. If it is acted upon by a force F, which varies in the manner shown, determine the velocity
of the block in 15 s. The argument for the cosine is in radians.
[A]. v2 = 91.4 ft/s 7

[B]. v2 = 79.4 ft/s 6

[C]. v2 = 91.4 ft/s 6

[D]. v2 = 79.4 ft/s 7

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14.

A man wearing ice skates throws an 8-kg block with an initial velocity of 2 m/s, measured
relative to himself, in the direction shown. If he is originally at rest and completes the throw in 1.5
s while keeping his legs rigid, determine the horizontal velocity of the man just after releasing the
block. What is the average vertical reaction of both his skates on the ice during the throw? The
man has a mass of 70 kg. Neglect friction and the motion of his arms.
[A]. vman = 0.1776 m/s, Navg = 765 N

[B]. vman = 0.1979 m/s, Navg = 771 N

[C]. vman = 0.1776 m/s, Navg = 771 N

[D]. vman = 0.1979 m/s, Navg = 765 N

15.

Plates A and B each have a mass of 4 kg and are restricted to move along the frictionless
guides. If the coefficient of restitution between the plates is e = 0.7, determine (a) the speed of
both plates just after collision and (b) the maximum deflection of the spring. Plate A has a
velocity of 4 m/s just before striking B. Plate B is originally at rest.

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[A]. vA2 = 0.857 m/s, vB2 = 4.86 m/s, x = 0.434 m

[B]. vA2 = 0.600 m/s, vB2 = 3.40 m/s, x = 0.304 m

[C]. vA2 = 0, vB2 = 4.00 m/s, x = 0.358 m

[D]. vA2 = 0.327 m/s, vB2 = 3.67 m/s, x = 0.329 m

16.

A girl having a weight of 40 lb slides down the smooth slide onto the surface of a 20-lb wagon.
Determine the speed of the wagon at the instant the girl stops sliding on it. If someone ties the
wagon to the slide at B, determine the horizontal impulse the girl will exert at C in order to stop
her motion. Neglect friction and assume that the girl starts from rest at the top of the slide, A.
[A]. vwagon = 20.7 ft/s Imp = 38.6 lb-s

[B]. vwagon = 31.1 ft/s Imp = 38.6 lb-s

[C]. vwagon = 31.1 ft/s Imp = 57.9 lb-s

[D]. vwagon = 20.7 ft/s Imp = 57.9 lb-s

17.

A hockey puck is traveling to the left with a velocity of v1 = 10 m/s when it is struck by a hockey
stick and given a velocity of v2 = 20 m/s as shown. Determine the magnitude of the net impulse
exerted by the hockey stick on the puck. The puck has a mass of 0.2 kg.
[A]. Imp = 6.00 N-s

[B]. Imp = 2.00 N-s

[C]. Imp = 2.78 N-s

[D]. Imp = 5.68 N-s

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18.

A rifle has a mass of 2.5 kg. If it is loosely gripped and a 1.5-g bullet is fired from it with a muzzle
velocity of 1400 m/s, determine the recoil velocity of the rifle just after firing.
[A]. vrifle = 0.840 m/s

[B]. vrifle = 0.525 m/s

[C]. vrifle = 2.33 m/s

[D]. vrifle = 1.400 m/s

19.

The two blocks A and B each have a mass of 500 g. The blocks are fixed to the horizontal rods
and their initial velocity is 2 m/s in the direction shown. If a couple moment of M = 0.8 N • m is
applied about CD of the frame, determine the speed of the block in 4 s. The mass of the
supporting frame is negligible and its free to rotate about CD.
[A]. v2 = 10.67 m/s

[B]. v2 = 23.3 m/s

[C]. v2 = 22.3 m/s

[D]. v2 = 12.67 m/s

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20.

A boy, having a weight of 90 lb, jumps off a wagon with a relative velocity of vb/w = 6 ft/s. If the
angle of jump is 30°, determine the horizontal velocity (vw)2 of the wagon just after the jump.
Originally both the wagon and the boy are at rest. Also, compute the total average impulsive
force that all four wheels of the wagon exert on the ground of the boy jumps off in t = 0.8s. The
wagon has a weight of 20 lb.
[A]. vwagon = 23.4 ft/s Nwheel = 110.0 lb

[B]. vwagon = 23.4 ft/s Nwheel = 120.5 lb

[C]. vwagon = 4.25 ft/s Nwheel = 120.5 lb

[D]. vwagon = 4.25 ft/s Nwheel = 110.0 lb

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1.

The slender 200-kg beam is suspended by a cable at its end as shown. If a man pushes on its
other end with a horizontal force of 30 N, determine the initial acceleration of its mass center G,
the beam's angular acceleration, and the tension in the cable AB.
[A]. aG = 0, = 0.225 rad/s2, T = 1.962 kN

[B]. aG = 0.0750 m/s2, = 0.1125 rad/s2, T = 1.962 kN

[C]. aG = 0, = 0.1125 rad/s2, T = 1.962 kN

[D]. aG = 0.1500 m/s2, = 0.225 rad/s2, T = 1.962 kN

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2.

A clown, mounted on stilts, loses his balance and falls backward from the position, where it is
assumed the = 0 when = 07deg;. Paralyzed with fear, he remains rigid as he falls. His mass
including the stilts is 80 kg, the mass center is at G, and the radius of gyration about G is kG =
1.2 m. Determine the coefficient of friction between his shoes and the ground at A if it is
observed that slipping occurs when = 30°.
[A]. = 0.833

[B]. = 0.468

[C]. = 0.243

[D]. = 0.400

3.

The dragster has a mass of 1.3 Mg and a center of mass at G. If a braking parachute is attached

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at C and provides a horizontal braking force FD, determine the maximum deceleration the
dragster can have upon releasing the parachute without tipping the dragster over backwards
(i.e., the normal force under the wheels and assume that the engine is disengaged so that the
wheels are freely rolling.
[A]. a = 16.35 m/s2

[B]. a = 8.46 m/s2

[C]. a = 2.75 m/s2

[D]. a = 35.0 m/s2

4.

The sports car has a mass of 1.5 Mg and a center of mass at G. Determine the shortest time it
takes for it to reach a speed of 80 km/h, starting from rest, if the engine only drives the rear
wheels, whereas the front wheels are free rolling. The coefficient of friction between the wheels
and road is = 0.2. Neglect the mass of the wheels for the calculation.
[A]. t = 17.49 s

[B]. t = 18.12 s

[C]. t = 18.76 s

[D]. t = 22.7 s

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5.

The disk has a mass of 20 kg and is originally spinning at the end of the massless strut with an
angular velocity of = 60 rad/s. If it is then placed against the wall, for which A = 0.3, determine
the time required for the motion to stop. What is the force in strut BC during this time?
[A]. t = 3.11 s, FBC = 193.1 N

[B]. t = 2.65 s, FBC = 227 N

[C]. t = 5.30 s, FBC = 227 N

[D]. t = 6.21 s, FBC = 193.1 N

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6.

The 10-kg block rests on the platform for which = 0.4. If at the instant shown link AB has an
angular velocity = 2 rad/s, determine the greatest angular acceleration of the link so that the
block doesn't slip.
[A]. = 6.35 rad/s2

[B]. = 2.62 rad/s2

[C]. = 1.016 rad/s2

[D]. = 3.46 rad/s2

7.

If the cable CB is horizontal and the beam is at rest in the position shown, determine the tension
in the cable at the instant the towing force F = 1500 N is applied. The coefficient of friction
between the beam and the floor at A is A= 0.3. For the calculation, assume that the beam is a

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uniform slender rod having a mass of 100 kg.


[A]. TCB = 636 N

[B]. TCB = 1206 N

[C]. TCB = 1016 N

[D]. TCB = 347 N

8.

The 15-lb rod is pinned and has an angular velocity of = 5 rad/s when it is in the horizontal
position shown. Determine the rod's angular acceleration and the pin reactions at this instant.
[A]. = 16.1 rad/s2, Ax = 17.47 lb, Ay = 3.75 lb

[B]. = 64.4 rad/s2, Ax = 17.47 lb, Ay = 30.0 lb

[C]. = 16.1 rad/s2, Ax = 17.47 lb, Ay = 15.00 lb

[D]. = 64.4 rad/s2, Ax = 17.47 lb, Ay = 15.00 lb

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9.

Bar AB has a weight of 10 lb and is fixed to the carriage at A. Determine the internal axial
force Ay, shear force V , and moment MA at A if the carriage is descending the plane with an
acceleration of 4 ft/s2.
[A]. Ay = 8.92 lb 8, Vx = 0.621 lb 7, MA = 0

[B]. Ay = 9.38 lb 8, Vx = 1.076 lb 7, MA = 1.076 lb-ft

[C]. Ay = 8.92 lb 8, Vx = 0.621 lb 7, MA = 0.621 lb-ft

[D]. Ay = 9.38 lb 8, Vx = 1.076 lb 7, MA = 0

10.

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30 lb and the spool is originally at rest, determine the spool's angular Velocity when s = 8 ft of
cord have unraveled. Neglect the weight of the cord. The spool and cord have a total weight of
400 lb and the radius of gyration about the axle A is kA = 1.30 ft.
[A]. = 6.73 rad/s

[B]. = 3.38 rad/s

[C]. = 4.78 rad/s

[D]. = 11.43 rad/s

11.)

If the support at B is suddenly removed, determine the initial reactions at the pin A. The plate
has a weight of 30 lb.
[A]. Ax = 22.5 lb, Ay = 7.5 lb

[B]. Ax = 0, Ay = 30.0 lb

[C]. Ax = 11.25 lb, Ay = 18.75 lb

[D]. Ax = 11.25 lb, Ay = 41.3 lb

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12.

A woman sits in a rigid position on her rocking chair by keeping her feet on the bottom rungs
at B. At the instant shown, she has reached an extreme backward position and has zero angular
velocity. Determine her forward angular acceleration and the frictional force at A necessary to
prevent the rocker from slipping. The woman and the rocker have a combined weight of 180 lb
and a raduis of gyration about G of kG = 2.2 ft.
[A]. = 1.185 rad/s2, F = 19.87 lb

[B]. = 1.143 rad/s2, F = 19.16 lb

[C]. = 1.163 rad/s2, F = 19.51 lb

[D]. = 3.16 rad/s2, F = 5301 lb

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13.

The wheel has a weight of 30 lb, a radius of r = 0.5 ft, and a radius of gyration of kG = 0.23 ft. If
the coefficient if friction between the wheel and the plane is = 0.2, determine the wheel's
angular acceleration as it rolls down the incline. Set = 12°.
[A]. = 59.5 rad/s2

[B]. = 8.93 rad/s2

[C]. = 11.05 rad/s2

[D]. = 63.3 rad/s2

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PKRB: Impulse and Animation

1.

The uniform rod AB has a weight of 3 lb and is released from rest without rotating from the
position shown. As it falls, the end A strikes a hook S, which provides a permanent connection.
Determine the speed at which the other end B strikes the wall at C.
[A]. vB4 = 14.74 ft/s

[B]. vB4 = 20.3 ft/s

[C]. vB4 = 22.0 ft/s

[D]. vB4 = 12.69 ft/s

2.

Gear A has a weight of 1.5 lb, a radius of 0.2 ft, and a radius of gyration of ko = 0.13ft. The
coefficient of friction between the gear rack B and the horizontal surface is = 0.3. If the rack
has a weight of 0.8 lb and is initially sliding to the left with a velocity of (vB)2 = 8 ft/s to the left.
Neglect friction between the rack and the gear and assume that the gear exerts only a horizontal
force on the rack.
[A]. M = 0.01425 lb-ft

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[B]. M = 0.00630 lb-ft

[C]. M = 0.0622 lb-ft

[D]. M = 0.0560 lb-ft

3.

The 50-kg cylinder has an angular velocity of 30 rad/s when it is brought into contact with the
horizontal surface at C. If the coefficient of friction is c = 0.2, determine how long it takes for the
cylinder to stop spinning. What force is developed at the pin A during this time? The axis of the
cylinder is connected to two symmetrical links. (Only AB is shown.) For the computation, neglect
the weight of the links.
[A]. t = 1.529 s, A = 0

[B]. t = 3.06 s, A = 0

[C]. t = 1.529 s, A = 49.1 N

[D]. t = 3.06 s, A = 49.1 N

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4.

The uniform pole has a mass of 15 kg and falls from rest when = 90° until it strikes the edge
at A, = 60°. If the pole then begins to pivot about this point after contact, determine the pole's
angular velocity just after the impact. Assume that the pole does not slip at B as it falls until it
strikes A.
[A]. 3 = 1.146 rad/s

[B]. 3 = 0.537 rad/s

[C]. 3 = 2.15 rad/s

[D]. 3 = 1.528 rad/s

5.

The 12-kg disk has an angular velocity of = 20 rad/s. If the brake ABC is applied such that the
magnitude of force P varies with time as shown, determine the time needed to stop the
disk. The coefficient of friction at B is = 0.4.
[A]. t = 13.00 s

[B]. t = 7.00 s

[C]. t = 8.92 s

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[D]. t = 5.08 s

6.

A constant torque or twist of M = 0.4N • m is applied to the center gear A. If the system starts
from rest, determine the angular velocity of each of the three (equal) smaller gears in 3 s. The
smaller gears (B) are pinned at their centers, and the mass and centroidal radii of gyration of the
gears are given in the figure.
[A]. B = 1975 rad/s

[B]. B = 5830 rad/s

[C]. B = 1520 rad/s

[D]. B = 1022 rad/s

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7.

The square plate, where a = 0.75 ft, has a weight of 4 lb and is rotating on the smooth surface
with a constant angular velocity of 1 = 10 rad/s. Determine the new angular velocity of the plate
just after its corner strikes the peg P and the plate to rotate about P without rebounding.
[A]. 2 = 6.67 rad/s

[B]. 2 = 2.50 rad/s

[C]. 2 = 10.00 rad/s

[D]. 2 = 5.00 rad/s

8.

The flywheel A has a mass of 30 kg and a radius of gyration of kc = 95 mm. Disk B has a mass
of 25 kg, is pinned at D, and is coupled to the flywheel using a belt which is subjected to a
tension such that it does not slip at its contacting surfaces. If a motor supplies a counter-
clockwise torque or twist to the flywheel, having a magnitude of M= (12t) N • m, where t is
measured in seconds, determine the angular velocity of the disk 3 s after the motor is turned on.
Initially, the flywheel is at rest.
[A]. = 232 rad/s

[B]. = 77.2 rad/s

[C]. = 115.9 rad/s

[D]. = 276 rad/s

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9.

A cord of negligible mass is wrapped around the outer surface of the 50-lb cylinder and its end is
subjected to a constant horizontal force of P = 2 lb. If the cylinder rolls without slipping at A,
determine its angular velocity in 4 s starting from rest. Neglect the thickness of the cord.
[A]. = 34.3 rad/s

[B]. = 17.17 rad/s

[C]. = 8.59 rad/s

[D]. = 11.45 rad/s

10.

A horizontal circular platform has a weight of 300 lb and a radius of gyration about the z axis
passing through its center O of kz = 8 ft. The platform is free to rotate about the z axis and is
initially at rest. A man, having a weight of 150 lb, begins to run along the edge in a circular path
of radius 10 ft. If he has a speed of 4 ft/s and maintains this speed relative to the platform,
compute the angular velocity of the platform.
[A]. = 0.313 rad/s

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[B]. = 0.1754 rad/s

[C]. = 0.225 rad/s

[D]. = 1.429 rad/s

11.

A cord of negligible mass is wrapped around the outer surface of the 2-kg disk. If the disk is
released from rest, determine its angular velocity in 3 s.
[A]. = 183.9 rad/s

[B]. = 735 rad/s

[C]. = 245 rad/s

[D]. = 263 rad/s

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