Are my answers correct? -Equilibrium

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The discussion focuses on a physics problem involving a uniform ladder, where a 5m ladder weighing 120N is positioned at a 60-degree angle against a smooth wall. The participant calculated the force exerted by the wall (N1) as 228.63N, with horizontal (fx) and vertical (fy) components of the force at the base of the ladder also calculated as 228.63N and 600N, respectively. Other participants confirmed the accuracy of these calculations, validating the approach and results presented.

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A 5m uniform ladder weighing 120N is placed against a smooth wall in such a way that it makes 60 degrees angle w/ the horizontal. A man weighing 480N climbs up the ladder and stairs 1.5m from its upper end.

a. Find the force exerted by the wall against the ladder. (N1)

b.Find the horizontal and vertical components force exerted by the floor to the lower end of the ladder. (fx and fy)

My answers:

N1=228.63N
fx=228.63
fy=600n


So, are my answers correct?


any help will be appreciated, thank you
 
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