Problem 2 Consider the structural problem shown in Figure 1.2. The beam is cantilever at its right end and simply supported at its left end. It is subjected to a linearly varying distributed load. a) Find exact expression for the transverse displacement w. b) Solve the same problem with the RRM, using the simplest possible polynomial basis function. c) Compare the two graphically. Comment solutions on your solution. At what location is the error on w maximum and what is the value of the relative error on w at that location? Z, W p(x) = po (x/L) E, I, L Figure 1.2