Question: Situation 2 - The horizontal boom CD shown is supported by a ball - and - socket joint at C and cables A D and

Situation 2- The horizontal boom CD shown is supported by a ball-and-socket joint at C and cables AD and BD. The weight of the boom is 15kN and is located 6m from point C, compute the tension (kN) in each cable.
Given:
a=10m;b=3m;c=5m;d=7m;e=4m
How much is the tension (kN) in the cable AD?
A.12.30
C.19.44
B.8.87
D.17.23
How much is the tension (kN) in the cable BD?
A.12.30
C.19.44
B.8.87
D.17.23
What is the total reaction (kN) at C?
A.12.30
C.19.44
B.8.87
D.17.23
Situation 2 - The horizontal boom CD shown is

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