Question: A small barrel weighing 60 lb is lifted by a pair of tongs as shown. Knowing that a = 5 in., draw the free-body diagram(s)

A small barrel weighing 60 lb is lifted by a pair of tongs as shown. Knowing that a = 5 in., draw the free-body diagram(s) needed to determine the forces exerted at B and D on tong ABD.

A small barrel weighing 60 lb is lifted by a

9 in. 6 in. A. 18 in.

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