Question: The uniform rod has a length l and weight W. It is supported at one end A by a smooth wall and the other end

The uniform rod has a length l and weight W. It is supported at one end A by a smooth wall and the other end by a cord of length s which is attached to the wall as shown. Show that for equilibrium it is required that h = [(s2 -l2)/3]1/2.

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