Find the tension T in each cable and the magnitude and direction of the force exerted on the strut by the pivot in each of the arrangements in Fig. 11.26. In each case let w be the weight of the suspended crate full of priceless art objects. The strut is uniform and also has weight w. Stan each case with a free body diagram of the strut.

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(a) (b) 30.0°. 30.0° 45.0 45.0°