Question: A landscaper tries to plumb a tree by applying a 240-N force as shown. (a) Replace that force with an equivalent force-couple system at C.

A landscaper tries to plumb a tree by applying a 240-N force as shown.

(a) Replace that force with an equivalent force-couple system at C.

(b) Two helpers attempt to plumb the same tree, with one applying a horizontal force at C and the other pulling at B. Determine these two forces if they are to be equivalent to the single force of part a.



A landscaper tries to plumb a tree applying a horizontal force

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