The rig shown consists of a 1200-lb horizontal member ABC and a vertical member DBE welded together at B. The rig is being used to raise a 3600-lb crate at a distance x = 12 ft from the vertical member DBE. If the tension in the cable is 4 kips, determine the reaction at E, assuming that the cable is

(a) Anchored at F as shown in the figure,

(b) Attached to the vertical member at a point located 1 ft above E.

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3.75 ft 17.5 ft 5 ft 6.5 ft W-1200 Ib 10 ft 3600 lb