GATE XE (Engineering Sciences) 2016 - Question 65

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Section: Solid Mechanics | Marks: 2

For the truss shown in the figure, which one of the following statements is true?

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  • A. AG is the only zero force member.
  • B. AG and BH are the only two zero force members.
  • C. AG, BH and HF are zero force members.
  • D. AG, BH, HF and GC are zero force members. 9 k N 12 k N D F E 3 m 4 m 4 m 4 m A B C G H

Answer: C. AG, BH and HF are zero force members.

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