Question: If you apply a load N (kN) by hand on the machine below can you determine the ground reaction force exerted at point E.

If you apply a load N (kN) by hand on the machine 

If you apply a load N (kN) by hand on the machine below can you determine the ground reaction force exerted at point E. (Hint: CD is a two force member) a/3 4/3a a/2 65 JE al2 4/3 a

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