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For the step ladder shown in the Figure, sides AC and CE are each 2.3 m...

For the step ladder shown in the Figure, sides AC and CE are each 2.3 m long and hinged at C. BD is a 0.75 m long tie rod, installed halfway up the ladder. A 94 kg man climbs 1.35 m along the ladder. Assuming that the floor is frictionless and neglecting the weight of the ladder, find the tension in the tie rod.

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