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Homework Statement
Draw the free-body diagram of the structure by isolating it from its supports at A and E. Determine the reactions at A and E.
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Homework Equations
M = (Fy)*x, or M = (Fx)*y
where "x" represents horizontal distance and "y" represents vertical distance. "M" is the moment.
The Attempt at a Solution
I found Ax.
When I convert the moment (curved, pink arrow) to a force, I find that the moment and force at A must be equal and opposite to the 200 ft-lb moment.
-200 ft-lb = (2 ft)*Ax
Ax = -100 ft-lb
I have no idea how to find Ay or E.
The book says Ay = -225 lb; E = 625 lb
Can anyone help me get started? I'm not sure how to go about finding those two values!
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