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A pin-jointed tower truss is loaded as shown in the given figure. The force induced in the member DF is

1.5 kN (tension)
4.5 kN (tension)
1.5 kN (compression)
4.5 kN (compression)

Correct Answer: 1.5 kN (tension)

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