A uniform rod is supported by two cords, as shown in the figure below. If the ri

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A uniform rod is supported by two cords, as shown in the figure below. If the right hand cord suddenly breaks, determine the initial tension in the left cord AD and the intial acceleration of point A. ("Initial meaning before the rod has had any time to move.) The rod weighs 64.4 lbs.

A uniform rod is supported by two cords, as shown in the figure below. If the right hand cord suddenly breaks, determine the initial tension in the left cord AD and the intial acceleration of point A. (''Initial meaning before the rod has had any time to move.) The rod weighs 64.4 lbs.

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tcos30=mg; t=73.856lbs; tsin30=ma; 73.856/2=36.92=6.534a; a=36.92/6.534 =5.65

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