Is My Solution for a Simply Supported Beam Correct?

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The discussion focuses on determining the support reactions at points 'A' and 'B' for a simply supported beam subjected to a uniformly distributed load (UDL) and two point loads. The participant confirms that their calculations appear correct and emphasizes the importance of checking that the moments sum to zero about an alternative origin. This method ensures the accuracy of the support reactions derived from the applied loads.

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Hi, wondering if any can have a look a the below to see if my working outs are correct.

Thanks.

1. Homework Statement

Determine the two support reactions at positions ‘A’ and ‘B’ for the following simply supported beam which is acted on by a uniformly distributed load (UDL) and two point loads.

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Looks correct to me. A good check is to see if the moments add to zero about a different origin.
 

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