Calculating the moment along a statically indeterminate beam

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The discussion focuses on calculating the piecewise formula for the moment M(x) along a statically indeterminate beam. The user identifies that M(x) can be expressed as M(x) = -Fy*x, where Fy is the upward force at the wall, but seeks clarification on how to incorporate the moment at the end of the beam. The importance of constructing a free body diagram to visualize reactions and moments at supports is emphasized as a critical step in solving such problems.

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How could I calculate the piecewise formula for M(x)?

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From constructing a free body diagram it looks like up until the pin support, M(x) = -Fy*x (Fy being the force pointing upwards at the wall) but I am confused about how to handle the moment at the end in this calculation. Unfortunately the course I am taking assumes I already know how to do this, so I don't have a textbook or anything to rely on.
Thanks for any help you can give me.
 
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Think about what the moment diagram looks like at the RHS of the beam with M0 applied there.

In these types of problems, it helps to draw a free body diagram and put in all of the reactions and moments which occur at the supports.
 

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