Displacement of a steel rod - don't know how to begin

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The discussion focuses on calculating the displacement of point C on an A-36 steel rod subjected to various forces. The cross-sectional area of the rod is specified as 50 mm². To determine the displacement, one must apply the modulus of elasticity for steel and utilize the appropriate displacement formula. The participant emphasizes analyzing each force separately and summing the displacements to find the total displacement at point C.

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The A-36 steel rod is subjected to the loading shown.

If the cross-sectional area of the rod is 50 mm^2, determine the displacement of C.
Neglect the size of the couplings at B, C, and D.

Please help, I don't have any idea how to begin. I can't seem to sum the forces right.

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It is best to look at each force separately, find the displacement at C under each force, and then add up the results. You have to know the modulus of elasticity of the steel, and the displacemnt formula. Note that under the 9 N force, point C just goes along for the 'ride'.
 

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