Mechanics of Materials 8th Edition Problem – 1.5
Determine the resultant internal loadings in the beam at cross sections through points D and E. Point E is
just to the right of the 3-kip load.

Free Body Diagram:

Support Reactions:

Equations of Equilibrium @ D

Equation of Equilibrium @ E

Sample problems and notes are based on the following textbook: Mechanics of Materials 8th Edition
ISBN-13: 978-0136022305
ISBN-10: 0136022308
Edition: 7
Author: Russell C. Hibbeler
Published Date: 2010
