PROBLEM STATEMENT

DISCUSSION THREAD

Hints:
Use the graphical representation of the two fundamental equations for determining the shear force V(x) and bending moment M(x) along the length of the beam:
     V(x) = V(x₀) + ∫p(x)dx
     M(x) = M(x₀) + ∫V(x)dx

You will also find it useful to use the derivative version of the shear force/bending moment equation in constructing the bending moment diagram:
     dM/dx = V

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