1. B) it can be used to solve indeterminate trusses
READING QUIZ
The main advantage of the method of section over the method of joints is that ___ .
A) it is easier to use
B) it can be used to solve indeterminate trusses
C) it can directly determine the force in a particular member
D) it has the ability to solve for zero-force members
Answer: C
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2. READING QUIZ
In the method of sections, a “cut” in the truss is used to solve for up to __________ unknowns.
A) one
B) two
C) three
D) four
Answer: C
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3. CONCEPT QUIZ
A section in a truss produces the following free body diagram. Select the equilibrium equation that will allow solving directly for FCD.
A) Fx = 0
B) Fy = 0
C) MD = 0
D) MA = 0 A • P B D • P
FDE
FBC
FCD
Answer: D
cut E C
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4. CONCEPT QUIZ
Applying the method of sections to a truss produces the FBD shown. Select the equilibrium equation that will allow solving directly for FDE.
A) Fy = 0
B) MC = 0
C) ME = 0
D) Fx = 0 P
FDE A E D
FCE B C
FCF
Answer: B Q
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5. ATTENTION QUIZ
To solve directly for the force in member BG, which cut should be used ?
A) Q
B) R
C) S
D) T B C D P P Q A E H G F R T S P
Answer: C
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6. ATTENTION QUIZ
Applying the method of sections to a truss produces the FBD shown. Assuming P and Q are known, select the equilibrium equation that will allow solving directly for FCE.
A) Fy = 0
B) MC = 0
C) ME = 0
D) Fx = 0 P
FDE A E D
FCE B C
FCF
Answer: A Q
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