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Two men exert forces of F = 80 lb and P = 50 lb on the ropes. Determine the moment of each force about A. Which way will the pole rotate, clockwise or counterclockwise?

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QUESTION:

Two men exert forces of F = 80 lb and P = 50 lb on the ropes. Determine the moment of each force about A. Which way will the pole rotate, clockwise or counterclockwise?

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Given data:

The force 1  is acting at a distance  of  from A.

The force 2  is acting at a distance  of  from A.

The angle  of force at B is .

Schematic diagram:

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