A Uniform Bridge Span Weighs 70

question 40

Multiple Choice

A uniform bridge span weighs 70.0 × 10³ N and is 40.0 m long.An automobile weighing 15.0 × 10³ N is parked with its center of gravity located 12.0 m from the right pier.What upward support force does the right pier provide?

• A) 24.5 × 10³ N
• B) 35.5 × 10³ N
• C) 65.0 × 10³ N
• D) 45.5 × 10³ N

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