Solve Problem 6.157 assuming that the 2-kip force P acts horizontally to the right (θ = 0).
PROBLEM 6.157 The motion of the backhoe bucket shown is controlled by the hydraulic cylinders AD, CG, and EF. As a result of an attempt to dislodge a portion of a slab, a 2-kip force P is exerted on the bucket teeth at J. Knowing that θ = 45°, determine the force exerted by each cylinder.

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