Question: The uniform beam weighs 500 lb and is held in the horizontal position by means of cable AB, which has a weight of 5 lb/ft.

The uniform beam weighs 500 lb and is held in the horizontal position by means of cable AB, which has a weight of 5 lb/ft. If the slope of the cable at A is 30?, determine the length of the cable.

Be 30 -15 ft-

Be 30 -15 ft-

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