Plotting Shear & Moment Diagrams for a Beam

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The discussion revolves around the challenges of plotting shear and moment diagrams for a beam, with a specific focus on establishing the x-axis and calculating internal shear and moment as functions of x. Participants are encouraged to refer to a posted diagram and question on a personal website for context. The task includes drawing shear and moment diagrams based on given parameters, specifically with values for load and distances. Users are prompted to upload their diagrams directly to the forum for feedback. The thread highlights the need for clarity in understanding beam analysis concepts.
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(i guess this should be easy, but I'm struggling with this section...) I'd appreciate help!

I'm not quite sure how to do this. I posted the diagram at my web site...the question is also there, but I typed it here just to give you an idea of what it is about. Thanks! The website:

http://www.geocities.com/jessparker502/


For this problem establish the x-axis with the origin at the left side of the beam and obtain the internal shear and moment as a function of x. Use the results to plot the shear and moment diagrams.

Draw the shear and moment diagrams for the beam (a) in terms of the parameters shown; (b) set p = 600lb, a = 5ft, b=7ft
 
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