Statics 6.61 - Determine the force P required to hold the 100-lb weight in equilibrium.

Question: Determine the force P required to hold the 100-lb weight in equilibrium.
Problem 6-61 from:
Engineering Mechanics: Statics, 14th edition
Russell C. Hibbeler
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[@mikumatt]

👍 helpful

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[@jylenathanielabragan6075]

I can't find this question on the book.

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This question comes from the 14th edition. Make sure we have the same edition.

[@ganzakeith2489]

how about 100kg

[@LearningbyTeaching]

If the only difference is the unit from lb to Kg, then the final answer should be the same but with a different unit :)

[@MagdOmarMuhammedGhanemAl-Kendi]

answer will be in Newtons then. W=mg