A uniform bridge span weighs 70.0 kN and is 40.0 m long. An automobile weighing 15.0 kN is parked with its center of gravity located 15.0 m from the right pier. What upward support force does the right pier provide?
a. 40.6 kN b. 51.3 kN
c. 25.6 kN d. 44.4 kN
e. 42.5 kN
d
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