Vectors
determine the tension in each cable supporting the load

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Vectors
determine the tension in each cable supporting the load

anonymous · Answer

You should post this in "Physics"

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

no, this is in my trig class

anonymous · Answer

I know the answer, but I don't know how to solve it

anonymous · Answer

Break it down into horizontal (Tx) and vertical (Ty) components.
Where
Tx=T cos(angle)
Ty=T sin(angle)

Tx(AB)=Tx(BC)
Ty(AB)+Ty(BC)=(20000lbs)*g

anonymous · Answer

what?

anonymous · Answer

No, thats not how you do it.

anonymous · Answer

Yes it is... That is how to solve for Tension.

anonymous · Answer

$$\sum_{}^{}F=0$$in equilibrium (no movement).

In this case, forces are tensions.

anonymous · Answer

Point C looks like a good origin to set up some vectors.|dw:1349405361838:dw|I like to set up my vectors from a standard positioning.  Alternate interior angles combined with using supplements can get you the standard angles.