How do I calculate modal mass with combined distributed and lumped masses?

In summary, the conversation discussed the methods for calculating modal mass and stiffness and how to model both distributed and lumped masses together. The equation for modal mass was provided, and an example was given for a tower with only a distributed mass. The issue of combining the two types of masses for the calculation was mentioned, but the solution was eventually found.
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Homework Statement


The question is featured in the image below. I know the methods to calculate modal mass, stiffness etc, I'm just not too sure how to model both the distributed and lumped masses together.

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Homework Equations


Modal Mass, M* = ∫m.φ^2(x) dx

The Attempt at a Solution


Say for instance, that the tower had no lumped mass at the top, so we only had to consider the distributed load (m = 3000 kg/m), the solution would be:
M* = m∫φ^2(x) dx (limits of integration are from 0 to L(=80m))
∫φ^2(x) dx = ∫(1-cos((πx)/(2L))^2 dx = L - 4L/π + L/2
M* = 3000 x (80 - 320/π +40) = 54423kg

My issue is not knowing how to combine the distributed and lumped masses together for this calculation. Any help is greatly appreciated
 
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I've managed to solve the problem now. Thank you for the concern though!
 

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