Problem 308 | Equilibrium of Concurrent Force System

Problem 308
The cable and boom shown in Fig. P-308 support a load of 600 lb. Determine the tensile force T in the cable and the compressive for C in the boom.
 

Boom and cable system supporting a load

 

Solution 308

 

Another Solution (By Rotation of Axes)

 

Another Solution (By Force Polygon)