Quiz1 2014 Solution CVEN1300

CVEN1300 Engineering Mechanics for Civil Engineering – QUIZ 1 Time allowed: 50 minutes Exam conditions: CLOSED BOOK (one A4 paper is allowed)

QUESTION 1: The beam shown below is subjected to a linearly distributed load of 10 kN maximum value at point B, and to a concentrated load of 20 kN at point C. 1) Calculate the reaction forces at A and D. 2) Draw the shear force diagram and the bending moment diagram indicating the values at points A, B, C and D.

10 kN

A

20 kN

4.0m

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C

B 1.5m

1.5m

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