The back of the gate is exposed to the atmosphere


The rigid gate,OAB, of Fig. P2.58 is hinged atO and rests against a rigid support atB. What minimum horizontal force,P, is required to hold the gate closed if its width is 3 m? Neglect the weight of the gate and friction in the hinge. The back of the gate is exposed to the atmosphere. 

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