The Beam is Hoisted Using Two Chains

The beam is to be hoisted using two chains. Determine the magnitudes of forces FA and FB acting on each chain in order to develop a resultant force of 600 N directed along the positive y axis.

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This question can be found in Engineering Mechanics: Statics (SI edition), 13th edition, chapter 2, question 2-26.

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