Question: Analyze the frame shown using the MOMENT DISTRIBUTION METHOD. ( a ) Determine all the necessary parameters for the iterative method including, stiffness factors, distribution

Analyze the frame shown using the MOMENT DISTRIBUTION METHOD.
(a) Determine all the necessary parameters for the iterative method including, stiffness factors, distribution factors, carry-over factors and fixed-end moments.
(b) Perform one iteration of the no-sway case (Case 1)
(a) Complete the iterations of moment distribution method for Case 1
(b) Compute R due to Case 1
(c) Perform moment distribution for Case 2, by assuming =1,600EI
(d) Compute R' due to Case 2
(e) Compute all final end moments
(f) Compute support reactions
(g) Draw the bending moment diagram(s)
Analyze the frame shown using the MOMENT

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