A uniform 100-lb beam is held in a vertical position by a pin at its lower end and a cable at its upper end. A horizontal force (magnitude P) acts as shown in the figure. If P = 75 lb, what is the tension in the cable?
A) 54 lb
B) 69 lb
C) 47 lb
D) 61 lb
E) 75 lb

Question

A uniform 100-lb beam is held in a vertical position by a pin at its lower end and a cable at its upper end. A horizontal force (magnitude P) acts as shown in the figure. If P = 75 lb, what is the tension in the cable? 
A) 54 lb 
B) 69 lb 
C) 47 lb 
D) 61 lb 
E) 75 lb

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The Answer is A

A Uniform 100-Lb Beam Is Held in a Vertical Position