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Homework Statement
The problem along with its solution is attached as Problem 1-5.jpg.
Homework Equations
Trigonometry.
The Attempt at a Solution
Should the 60° angle in Fig. 3 be 30°? Is Fig. 3 supposed to be the exact same thing as Fig. 2 except that the force is moved to be entirely horizontal? I'm just trying to make sure that I'm visualizing things properly so sorry for the probably trivial question. I was confused by the 60° angle and then I noticed that d = 30sin(60°) ≠ 15 inches and that if I assumed that Fig. 3 was the exact same thing as Fig. 2 with the force relocated then d = 30sin(30°) = 15 inch which makes sense to me. I'm just looking for a confirmation unless I am wrong, then I am looking for a correction.
Any input would be highly appreciated!
Thanks in advance!