Can you check my solution for this trusses problem

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The discussion revolves around solving a trusses problem, with a focus on calculating forces and moments at specific points. The original poster is unsure about the force DE and its impact on the calculations. Key points include the importance of considering a 600N force at point C when calculating moments around point B, which was initially overlooked. The moment created by this force is confirmed to be anti-clockwise, but it does not factor into calculations when taking moments around point A. Accurate consideration of all forces and their distances is essential for solving the trusses problem correctly.
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I didn't attend the lecture in which the professor explained trusses so I don't really know.
Am I doing something wrong so far? is the force DE 0? because if go at the point C and calculate CD (750) then go for point D CD + 400 + DE (0) = 0 don't add up
 
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Look at your moment around B again, you are missing something.

*hint: See the force of 600N at point C
 
theOrange said:
Look at your moment around B again, you are missing something.

*hint: See the force of 600N at point C
But isn't the 600 N * 0 (perpendicular distance) = 0?
 
Furious said:
But isn't the 600 N * 0 (perpendicular distance) = 0?

No, you are taking a moment around Point B. However there is a force at Point C that you didn't take into account. Force there is 600N, and the distance is 4 meters.
 
theOrange said:
No, you are taking a moment around Point B. However there is a force at Point C that you didn't take into account. Force there is 600N, and the distance is 4 meters.

oh my bad, the moment in this case is anti clock wise right?
but is it counted if I take the moment at A ?
 
Furious said:
oh my bad, the moment in this case is anti clock wise right?
but is it counted if I take the moment at A ?

Yep it is anti-clock wise. No, it is not counted if you take the moment around point A.
 
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