Beam Analysis Quiz 1

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Question 1

Consider a simply supported beam subjected to a concentrated load, as shown below.

The beam has two vertical reactions. There is a reaction force at A and there is one at B. Is it true that these reaction forces are equal in magnitude? Check the correct response below.

Explain your answer in the field provided below.

Question 2

Consider the beam with an overhang shown below.

Does the applied load cause a bending moment at support A? If yes, what is the magnitude of the moment?

Question 3

For the beam given in Question 2, what is the direction of bending moment caused by the vertical reaction at the roller support about end A?

Question 4

For a given structure, what does it mean when the static equilibrium equations are satisfied for one loading case but cannot be satisfied for another loading case?