Determine the force in members CE$,$FE$,$ and CD and state if the

members are in tension or compression. Suppose that P$\_(1)=2400$lb and

P$\_(2)=900$lb$.($Figure $1)$ Hint: The force acting at the pin G is directed

along member $($G$)/($b$)$ar $($D$).$ Why?

Part A

Determine the force in member CE$.$

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 FE$.$

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.

F$\_($FE$)=$

kip

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Part C

Determine the force in member CD$.$

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.

F$\_($CD$)=,$ kip