Part A Determine the distance
dfor placement of the load
Pfor equilibrium of the smooth bar when it is held in the position
\theta . Neglect the weight of the barExpress your answer in terms of some or all of the variables
P,aand
\theta . View Available Hint(s) Hint 1. Free-body diagram and equations of equilibrium Hint 2. Reaction force of a smooth contacting surface acting on a smooth object