Extracted text: 2.18 The rigid bar AB is supported by two rods made of the same material. If the bar is horizontal before the load P is applied, find the distance x that locates the position where P must act if the bar is to remain horizontal. Neglect the weight of bar AB.
Extracted text: L = 3 ft A = 0.2 in.2 P L = 2 ft A = 0.4 in.2 x - A B В 10 ft FIG. P2.18