Replace the loading on the beam by an equivalent resultant force. (Figure 1) Suppose that W₁ = 4.0 , {kn/m} , W₂ = 0.8 , {kn/m} , and F = 2.4 , {kn} .
A. Calculate the equivalent resultant force
B. Identify the location of the resultant force
C. Analyze the effect on the beam
D. Determine the reaction forces at supports