Conjugate beam: help with clarification of given diagram, not with my work

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The discussion centers on the analysis of a conjugate beam problem, specifically addressing the interpretation of loading conditions represented by "4EI" and "EI" in the provided diagram. The user has successfully derived the reactions and shear and moment diagrams for the original beam and is seeking clarification on whether to apply a loading of M/4EI to the first segment of the conjugate beam. Additionally, the user confirms that "under the concentrated load" refers to point c in the diagram.

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See problem number 2 as attached.


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I found the reactions and shear and moment diagrams for the original beam. I also drew the conjugate beam and loaded it with M/EI.

My only question for this problem is what the 4EI and EI under the beam in the diagram mean. Presumably, the problem is implying that that there are two different materials. Do I just load the first segment with M/4EI?

Thank you.
 

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Also, I assume that "under the concentrated load" means at point c, right?
 

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