Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Representation of data

Representation of data — practice question

A uniform lamina $ABC$, shaped as an isosceles triangle, has weight $24\,\text{N}$. The perpendicular height from $A$ to $BC$ is $12\,\text{cm}$. The lamina is positioned in a vertical plane in equilibrium, with vertex $A$ touching a horizontal surface. Angle $BAC = 100^\circ$ and $AB$ is inclined at an angle of $10^\circ$ to the horizontal. Equilibrium is upheld by a force of magnitude $F\,\text{N}$ acting along $BC$ (see diagram).
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Show that $F = 8$.

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This 3-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Take moments about the vertex and use $12F = 24 \times (2 \times 12/3) \cos(10 + 100/2)$

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