2.6 - Sign Convention
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Practice Questions
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What direction is considered positive for the x-axis?
💡 Hint: Think of the direction you normally write.
Is the positive y-direction upward or downward?
💡 Hint: Consider what direction we usually refer to as 'up'.
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What is the positive x-direction?
💡 Hint: Think of navigation on a Cartesian plane.
Why is it essential to use a sign convention?
💡 Hint: Consider why clear communication is important.
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A beam has a downward force of 200N and a counter-clockwise moment of 50Nm. Sketch the free body diagram and indicate the forces and moments using the sign convention.
💡 Hint: Remember to use arrows to indicate the forces and moments clearly.
If an engineer misapplies the sign convention in analysis, what steps should they take to correct their calculations?
💡 Hint: Think of the importance of double-checking work for accuracy!
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