Beam Analysis Quiz 5

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Question 1

A beam is subjected to two concentrated loads.

The beam’s free-body diagram can be drawn as shown below.

We are asked to identify the moment equilibrium condition about point A. Select the correct equation(s) from the list below.

Question 2

A simply supported beam and its free-body diagram are shown below.

The following equilibrium equations have been written for the above diagram.

Using the above equations, calculate \( A_y\) and \(B_y\).

\( A_y\) equals:

\( B_y\) equals:

Question 3

Consider the beam shown below.

Given the following four diagrams, identify the correct free-body diagram(s) for the beam.

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

Question 4

From the structural analysis standpoint, what is the main difference between a beam and a truss? How differently do the two structures carry their loads?