Question: The rectangular plate shown has a mass of 15 kg and is held in the position shown by hinges A and B and cable EF.

The rectangular plate shown has a mass of 15 kg and is held in the position shown by hinges A and B and cable EF. Assuming that the hinge at B does not exert any axial thrust, determine

(a) The tension in the cable,

(b) The reactions at A and B.

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