Finding support forces A and B using moments

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Beam diagram with downward point loads of 2kN, 3kN, 5kN and 2kN, and supports A and B. Spans from left: 3m, 2m, 3m, 3m, 4m.


How do I find the force of A and B. I am taking moments at A but I am not getting the correct answer. (More Details below of attempt)

Homework Equations



Ʃ Of Clockwise Moments = Ʃ Of Anti-Clockwise Moments
Ʃ Of Upward Force = Ʃ Of Downward Force

The Attempt at a Solution



(THIS IS WRONG BUT THIS IS MY ATTEMPT)

A => (3x2)+(5x5)+(12x2)= Bx11
=> 6 + 25 + 24 = B x 11
=> 55 = B x 11
=> 55/11 = B
=> 5 = bTHANKS FOR HELP, I was trying this weekend and I need some genius advice so when I get this question again, I will be able to do so :)
 
isigne said:
A => (3x2)+(5x5)+(12x2)= Bx11
I assume you're using A as your pivot point.
(1) You neglected the moment due to the 2kN force at the left end.
(2) What's the distance between B and A?