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A two-member truss PQR is supporting a load W. The axial forces in members PQ and QR are respectively
A
2W tensile and √3W compressive
B
√3W tensile and 2W compressive
C
√3W compressive and 2W tensile
D
2W compressive and √3W tensile

Correct : b

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