Question is ⇒ The number of independent equations to be satisfied for static equilibrium in a space structure is, Options are ⇒ (A) 2, (B) 3, (C) 4, (D) 6, (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper.

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Q1.	The number of independent equations to be satisfied for static equilibrium in a space structure is
A.	2 [Wrong Answer]
B.	3 [Wrong Answer]
C.	4 [Wrong Answer]
D.	6 [Correct Answer]
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