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Here are the steps to solve this problem: 1. Draw the free body diagram showing forces on point A: Forces = Tension in rope AB (TAB), Tension in rope AC (TAC), Weight (W) 2. Write the equations of equilibrium: ΣFx = 0: TAB - TACcos45° = 0 ΣFy = 0: TACsin45° - W = 0 3. Solve the equations to find: TAB = TAC TAC = W/sin45° = 550/0.707 = 778 N TAB = TAC = 778 N Therefore, the forces in ropes AB and AC are both 778 N.

Author
afiq danial
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