Number of linearly independant motions

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Homework Statement


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For (b), how many points of linearly independent motion are present in this system?

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The Attempt at a Solution


The solution says there is rotation of J1, between K1 and D1, to the right of K2 and finally J3

But isn't there also rotation for J2?
 
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I agree, there should be J2. On the other hand, one degree of freedom corresponds to a global motion of the whole system, which might be irrelevant, so you can fix one rotation.