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.

4.0m
10 kN
1.5m
B
C
D
1.5m
20 kN
A


QUESTION 2:
For the truss shown below: Determine the reaction forces in A and C and the axial forces in all
members indicating if the member is in tension or compression.


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