GATE XE (Engineering Sciences) 2023 - Question 44

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Section: Solid Mechanics | Marks: 1

A plane truss is simply supported at P and R as shown. A downward force F is applied at hinge Q. The axial force developed in member PS is

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  • A. โˆš5 2 ๐น Tensile
  • B. โˆš5 2 ๐น Compressive
  • C. โˆš5 ๐น Tensile
  • D. โˆš5 ๐น Compressive

Answer: B. โˆš5 2 ๐น Compressive

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