A Heavy Block Is Supported by Three Lines as Shown

question 19

Multiple Choice

A heavy block is supported by three lines as shown. Which of the following statements is true in its entirety?

• A) T₁ > T₂ and T₂ > T₃
• B) T₂ > T₁ and T₁ > T₃
• C) T₂ > T₃ and T₃ > T₁
• D) T₃ > T₁ and T₁ > T₂
• E) T₁ > T₃ and T₂ > T₃

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