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A “scale” is constructed with a 4-ft-long cord and the 10-lb block D. The cord is fixed to a pin at A and passes over two small pulleys at B and C. Determine the weight of the suspended block E if the system is in equilibrium when s = 1.5 ft.

Question: A “scale” is constructed with a 4-ft-long cord and the 10-lb block D. The cord is fixed to a pin at A and passes over two small pulleys at B and C. Determine the weight of the suspended block E if the system is in equilibrium when s = 1.5 ft.
[A].

W = 8.01 lb

[B].

W = 14.91 lb

[C].

W = 17.63 lb

[D].

W = 18.33 lb

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

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