For the following cable system solve parts A & B:

Part A: Solve for the force in segment $AB$ in the cable system shown. $[6$ points$]$

Part B: If the factored cable tension load from Part A was $130$ kips $($which is NOT the answer to Part A$),$ what

cable$($s$)$ would you select to support the load? Use seven$-$wire strand with an ultimate stress of $270$ksi.

$[4$ points$]$

a$.7$ strands of $\frac{3}{8}-$inch diameter cable

b$.5$ strands of $7/16-$inch diameter cable

c$.4$ strands of $\frac{1}{2}-$inch diameter cable

d$.4$ strands of $\frac{1}{2}-$inch special diameter cable