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The horizontal beam in Fig. 11-25 weighs 170 N, and its center of gravity is at its center. (a) Find the tension in the cable. 641.66 N (b) Find the horizontal and vertical components of the force exerted on the beam at the wall. 513.33 N (to the right) ? N (upwards) Any tips on...

What I have tried so far: To solve for the angle between the poll and ball: Theta=ArcSin(.3/2.3)=7.43 degress

Hi. I know it is rude to have your first post be a question, but I am out of time for this (it is due in an hour), so if someone could help, it would be greatly appreciated. UPDATE: I just got the first one. I was accidentally thinking that there were 2 ropes pulling it. I have tried 4...