Question: Problem 4 ( 1 5 points ) : For the truss in the figure, use the method of virtual work to obtain the vertical displacement

Problem 4(15 points): For the truss in the figure, use the method of virtual work to obtain the vertical displacement of joint E if member AE is fabricated 0.5 in too long, member BE is fabricated 0.3 in too short, member BD is fabricated 0.6 in too long and members CD,AB,DE and BC is subjected to a change in temperature of 200F. The material of the truss has the following properties: thermal expansion coefficient =6.6010-6F.
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Problem 4 ( 1 5 points ) : For the truss in the

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