Question: 1 . For the structure shown in the image, determine the reactions and internal forces using the flexibility method. As indicated in a ) and

1. For the structure shown in the image, determine the reactions and internal forces using the flexibility method.
As indicated in a) and b).
a) Release the vertical external link at node A.
b) Release the vertical external link at node B.
2. For the same structure as above, determine the vertical deflection where the load P is applied.
a) Find the moment diagram of the real hyperstatic beam.
b) Define the virtual beam as the one shown at the end and find the associated moment diagram (the beam is isostatic).
c) Establish the equality between virtual work and virtual internal energy to find the displacement sought.
Thank you.
 1. For the structure shown in the image, determine the reactions

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