Question: The 2 0 0 - k g , 5 m - wide rectangular gate shown below is hinged at B and leans against the floor

The 200-kg,5m-wide rectangular gate shown below is hinged at B and leans against the floor
at A making an angle of 45 with the horizontal plane. The gate is to be opened from its lower
edge by applying a normal force at its center. (a) Determine the minimum force R required to open
the gate. (b) At the time the gate is about to open, determine the reaction forces at hinge
B. Please show work clearly. Part B !
The 2 0 0 - k g , 5 m - wide rectangular gate

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