GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

⮚ Write the problem and solution in a clean band paper (Long Size)
⮚ Proper Indention must be observed.
⮚ Use engineering lettering.
⮚ Draw all the appropriate figures needed in solving each problem.
⮚ Box the final answer
⮚ Title Format: (put this upper left of your paper and observe proper indention)
▪ Surname, First Name Middle Initial
▪ Year and Section
▪ Subject
▪ Assignment #
▪ Instructor: Engr. John Dennice C. Ganotisi

PROBLEMS

1. Determine the moment of the force about point O.

2. Determine the moment of the force about point O.

3. Determine the vector moment of a force F about point O.

5. If the man at B exerts a force of 𝑃 = 30 𝑙𝑏 on his rope, determine the magnitude of the force F
the man at C must exert to prevent the pole from rotating, i.e., so the resultant moment about A
of both forces is zero.
1. Determine the magnitude of the moment of the force 𝐹 = (300𝑖 − 200𝑗 + 150𝑘) 𝑁 about the
OA. axis.

2. Determine the magnitude of the moment of the 200-N force about the x axis. Solve the problem
using both a scalar and a vector analysis.

3. Determine the moment of force 𝐹 about the x-axes. Solve the problem using both a scalar and a
vector analysis.
4. The lug nut on the wheel of the automobile is to be removed using the wrench and applying the
vertical force of F = 30 N at A. Determine if this force is adequate, provided 14 N # m of torque
about the x axis is initially required to turn the nut. If the 30-N force can be applied at A in any
other direction, will it be possible to turn the nut?

5. The force of F = 30 N acts on the bracket as shown. Determine the moment of the force about
the a-a axis of the pipe if a = 60, b = 60, and g = 45. Also, determine the coordinate direction
angles of F in order to produce the maximum moment about the a-a axis. What is this moment?
1. Calculate the combined moment of the couple C and the force P about the axis AB. Usee = 60
N • m and P = 300 N.

2. Replace the two forces shown by a force-couple system with the force acting at point O.
 3. The magnitude of the force F acting at point A on the plate is 270 kN. Determine the
equivalent force-couple system with the force acting at point 0.

4. Determine the equivalent wrench acting at point B. Use F = 600 Nand C = 1200 N • m.

5. Determine the magnitude of the couple shown.

7. Replace the two forces shown by a force-couple system with the force acting at point O.

8. The magnitude of the force F acting at point A on the plate is 270 kN. Determine the
equivalent force-couple system with the force acting at point 0.
9. Determine the equivalent wrench acting at point B. Use F = 600 Nand C = 1200 N • m.

10. The magnitude of the three forces applied to the eye bolt are T1 = 550N, T2 = 200N, and T3 =
750N. Replace these forces with a single equivalent force R and direction of R. (by A. Pytel
and J. Kiusalaas, SI Edition)

11. The block shown in the figure is acted on by its weight W = 400N, a horizontal force F =
600N, and the pressure P exerted by the inclined plane. The resultant R of these forces is
parallel to the incline. Determine Force P and Resultant R. (by F. Singer, 3 rd Edition)
Given Figure:

12. Three forces when added produce a resultant force that is 100N pointing 65° above the +x
– axis. If one of the forces (F1) is 50N in the +y – axis and another force (F2) is 100N in a
direction 45° below the +x – axis. Find the magnitude and direction of third Force (F3). (by Sir
Fabro, SI Edition)

13. A block is resting on an incline of slope 3:4. It is subjected to a force P = 350 N on a slope
of 5:12. Determine the x and y component of a force P and find the components of force P
parallel and perpendicular to the incline.
P = 350 N
Figure:
5

142

3
4
θ

14. Sir Fabro, with a mass of 60 kg is standing on a board inclined 22° with the horizontal.
What is the components of Sir Fabro’s weigh,
a. Normal (perpendicular) to the board and,
b. Parallel to the board.
15. Components of a force at different pairs of axes: A force F = 600 N.
c. Find the components of Force F with respect to x’ and y’ axis.
d. Find the components of Force F with respect to x and y’ axis.
Figure:
y y’

30° F = 600 N

30°
x
30°

x’

16. The magnitude of the Two Velocity Vectors shown in the figures are V1 = 3 m/s and V2
= 2 m/s. Determine the magnitude (R) of the Resultant (V = V1 + V2) and the direction (θR) with
the + x – axis.
Given Figures: Velocity Vectors
A. Velocity Vector V1 B. Velocity Vector V2

17. Sir Fabro wants to subtract the two position displacement vectors. The magnitude and the
position of the Two vectors are A = 50 m, 40° North of East and B = 30 m at 240°. Determine the
magnitude (R) of the resultant vectors difference ( R = A – B ) and the direction (θR) with the +x
- axis.

18. The two forces in the figure had shown act on the structural member AB. Determine the
magnitude of force F such that the resultant (R) of these forces is directed along AB.
Given Figure:
19. (2-3.4.)
Compute the x and y components of each of the four forces
shown in the figure.
Given Figure:

20. (2-3.5.) The body on the incline in the given figure is subjected to the vertical
and horizontal forces shown. Find the components of each force along x-y axes
oriented parallel and perpendicular to the incline.
Given Figure: