Question: Determine the force in members ( B C , F C ) , and ( F E ) and state if

Determine the force in members \( B C, F C \), and \( F E \) and state if the members are in tension or compression. (Figure 1) Suppose that \( P_{1}=2500\mathrm{lb}\) and \( P_{2}=1000\mathrm{lb}\). Hint. The force acting at the pin \( G \) is directed along member \( G D \). Why?
Determine the force in member \( B C \).
Express your answer in kilopounds to three significant figures. Enter negative value in the case of compression and positive value in the case of tension.
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Part B
Determine the force in member \( F C \).
Express your answer in kilopounds to three significant figures. Enter negative value in the case of compression and positive value in the case of tension.
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F_{F C}=\quad \text { kip }
\]
Part C
Determine the force in member \( F E \).
Express your answer in kilopounds to three significant figures. Enter negative value in the case of compression and positive value in the case of tension.
Determine the force in members \ ( B C , F C \ )

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