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Statically determinate beam with missing figure: The beam is supported by a hinge at A and a roller at B. What is the reaction R_A at the hinged support A (units: t)?

Difficulty: Medium

10.8 t
10.6 t
10.4 t
10.2 t
9.8 t

Correct Answer: 10.6 t

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