1.Two simply supported beams are coupled so their centers have equal deflections. The upper beam has length L1 and lower beam has length L2. Determine the deflection of the center of the beams.
2.A 10-year, 12%, $1,000 bond that pays dividends quarterly can be purchased for $900. If the bond is purchased and pays as scheduled, calculate the nominal and the effective rate of return that the purchaser receives.