C. It is loaded by a point load of 12 kN at end D and by a uniformly distributed load
of 6 kN/m that includes the weight of the beam. The flexural rigidity of the beam is
100 MNM².
Find:
a) the reactions at the simple supports VB and Vc,
b) the deflection at end D in mm,
c) the slope at end D in degrees.
B
VB
6 kN/m
с
Vc
Figure Q4
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D
12 kN
Fig: 1