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The bars of the truss each have a cross-sectional area of
Chapter 1, Problem 1-64(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
The bars of the truss each have a cross-sectional area of \(1.25 \mathrm{in}^{2}\). Determine the average normal stress in members AB, BD, and CE due to the loading P = 6 kip. State whether the stress is tensile or compressive.
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QUESTION:
The bars of the truss each have a cross-sectional area of \(1.25 \mathrm{in}^{2}\). Determine the average normal stress in members AB, BD, and CE due to the loading P = 6 kip. State whether the stress is tensile or compressive.
ANSWER:
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The free-body diagram of the truss is shown as: