Tarlac State University

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

Department of Civil Engineering
Romulo Blvd., Tarlac City

Statics: MQ2

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1. Compute the moment or torque in each point. The square measures 1m by 1m.

300N

100N
2
A 3

200N
C

E
400N

𝑀𝐴 =

𝑀𝐵 =

𝑀𝐶 =

𝑀𝐷 =

𝑀𝐸 =
 2. In the figure, a force F passing through C produces a clockwise moment of 600 ft-lbs
about A. Determine the moment of F about O and about B.

3
2 4

B
O 3 3

3. Determine the resultant of the three forces acting on the dam shown in the figure and locate its
intersection with the base AB.

Required: Resultant and its intersection with the base AB

Solution:

4. The Howe roof truss shown in the figure carries the given
loads. The wind loads are perpendicular to the inclined members. Determine the resultant and
its intersection with AB.
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