Question: 2 A chain is attached to a sewage door, which is used to open it when needed. A force of 8 0 N is usually

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A chain is attached to a sewage door, which is used to open it when needed. A force of 80 N is usually applied along the chain CD.
a. Find the position coordinates for the points A, C and D.[4marks]
b. Calculate the unit vector for the line CD and thus find the Force in Cartesiant-vector form. [6marks]
c. Calculate the relevant position vector and find the Moment of the force about the door hinge at point A, expressing your answer in Cartesian vector form. [6marks]
d. Calculate the Moment of the force about the door hinge AB .[4marks]
2 A chain is attached to a sewage door, which is

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