Question: A scissors truss supports three forces at joints B , C , and D as shown in the figure below. The forces have magnitudes F

A scissors truss supports three forces at joints B,C, and D as shown in the figure below. The forces
have magnitudes F1=0kip,F2=15kip, and F3=45kip. The truss is held in equilibrium by a pin
at point A and a roller at point E. Note that sides ABC,CDE,AFD, and BFE are straight lines, and
member CF is vertical. Joint F lies s=21ft to the right and h=7ft above joint A, and joint C lies
h=7ft above joint F. Use the method of joints to determine the force in each member of the truss,
and indicate whether they are in tension or compression.
Note: Express tension forces as positive (+) and compression forces as negative (-).
A scissors truss supports three forces at joints

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