While tapping a hole, a machinist applies the horizontal forces shown, P$=3\mathrm{.}000$lb and Q$=2\mathrm{.}750$lb$,$ to the handle of the tap

wrench. Show that these forces are equivalent to a single force, and specify, if possible, the point of application of the single force on

the handle.

The single force is applied on an extension of handle BD at a distance of

$|$ in$.$ to the right of B$.$

Answer the blank statement