The structure in Figure P14.1 is composed of three pin-connected bars. The bar areas are shown in the figure.
(a) Compute the stiffness coefficient K associated with a 1-in. vertical displacement of joint A.
(b) Determine the vertical displacement at A produced by a vertical load of 24 kips directed
downward. (c) Determine the axial forces in all bars.
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