Brief Contents Engineering Mechanics: Statics, 15/e Chapter 1: General Principles Chapter 2: Force Vectors Chapter 3: Equilibrium of a Particle Chapter 4: Force System Resultants Chapter 5: Equilibrium of a Rigid Body Chapter 6: Structural Analysis Chapter 7: Internal Forces Chapter 8: Friction Chapter 9: Center of Gravity and Centroid Chapter 10: Moments of Inertia Chapter 11: Virtual Work A. Mathematical Review and Expressions Fundamental Problems Partial Solutions and Answers Review Problem Solutions

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If you’re not using Mastering, students can purchase Pearson eText on their own or you can assign it as a course to schedule readings, view student usage analytics, and share your own notes with students. Learn more about Pearson eText. Together, Mastering and Engineering Mechanics, 15th Edition provide: Key author content that enhances conceptual understanding Each chapter is organized into well-defined sections that contain an explanation of specific topics, illustrative example problems, and a set of homework problems. UPDATED - Re-writing of text material provides further clarification of some concepts in this edition, enhanced accuracy throughout the book, and important definitions are now in boldface throughout the text to highlight their importance. Free-Body Diagrams are emphasized throughout the book. In particular, special sections and examples are devoted to show how to draw free-body diagrams. Specific homework problems have also been added to develop this practice. Procedures for Analysis provide students with a logical and orderly method for applying theory and building problem-solving skills. A general procedure for analyzing any mechanics problem is presented at the end of the first chapter, and each procedure is customized for specific problem types covered throughout the book. Examples follow the direction of the Procedure for Analysis, in order to illustrate its application. The many examples throughout show how to solve problems ranging in difficulty. They also illustrate the application of fundamental theory to practical engineering problems while reflecting the problem-solving strategies discussed in associated Procedures for Analysis. Important Points provide a review or summary of the most important concepts in a section and highlight the most significant points that should be known when applying the theory to solve problems. End-of-Chapter Reviews include each important point accompanied by the relevant equation and art from the chapter providing the students a concise tool for reviewing chapter contents. UPDATED - Photos and photorealistic art are used throughout the text to explain how the relevant principles apply to real-world situations and how materials behave under load. There are over 15 new or updated photos placed throughout the book. In some sections, photographs show how engineers must first make an idealized model for analysis, and then proceed to draw a free-body diagram of this model in order to apply the theory. A wide variety of problem types at varying levels of difficulty that depict a broad range of engineering disciplines, stressing practical, realistic situations UPDATED - Approximately 30% new problems have been added to this edition (included in both the book and Mastering) which involve applications to many different fields of engineering. UPDATED - An expanded Answer Section in the back of the book now includes additional information related to the solution of select Fundamental and Review Problems in order to offer the student guidance in solving the problems. UPDATED - Fundamental Problems offer students simple applications of the concepts and provide the opportunity to develop their problem-solving skills before attempting to solve the standard problems that follow. Some new Fundamental Problems have been added, along with their partial solutions, which are given in the back of the book. Conceptual Problems are intended to engage students in thinking through a real-life situation as depicted in the photo. These analysis and design problems appear throughout the text, usually at the end of each chapter. Free-Body Diagram Problems only require drawing the free-body diagram for the specific problems within a problem set and emphasize the importance of mastering this skill as a requirement for a complete solution of any equilibrium problem. End-of-Chapter Review Problems include solutions given in the back of the book, so that students can check their work when studying for exams and review their skills when the chapter is finished. Reach every student with Mastering with Pearson eText Teach your course your way With Learning Catalytics™, you’ll hear from every student when it matters most. You pose a variety of questions that help students recall ideas, apply concepts, and develop critical-thinking skills, and students respond using their own smartphones, tablets, or laptops. Learning Outcomes Summaries track student- or class-level performance for both publisher- and instructor-provided learning outcomes. 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Within the videos, Professor Hibbeler expertly demonstrates how to solve problems, models the best way to reach a solution, and gives students extra opportunities to practice honing their problem-solving skills; he also summarizes key concepts discussed in the text, supported by additional figures, animations, and photos. Select end-of-chapter exercises offer hints and wrong-answer feedback as students work through problems to provide instructional support when and where students need it. NEW - Setup-and-Solve exercises step students through the problem-solving process, similar to what instructors model during class. This reinforces conceptual understanding of the process applied in approaching the problem and mirrors what students will be expected to do on a quiz or test. Pearson eText is an easy-to-use digital textbook available within Mastering that lets students read, highlight, and take notes, all in one place. 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Together, Mastering and Engineering Mechanics, 15th Edition provide: Key author content that enhances conceptual understanding Re-writing of text material provides further clarification of some concepts in this edition, enhanced accuracy throughout the book, and important definitions are now in boldface throughout the text to highlight their importance. Photos and photorealistic art are used throughout the text to explain how the relevant principles apply to real-world situations and how materials behave under load. There are over 15 new or updated photos placed throughout the book. In some sections, photographs show how engineers must first make an idealized model for analysis, and then proceed to draw a free-body diagram of this model in order to apply the theory. A wide variety of problem types at varying levels of difficulty that depict a broad range of engineering disciplines, stressing practical, realistic situations Approximately 30% new problems have been added to this edition (included in both the book and Mastering) which involve applications to many different fields of engineering. An expanded Answer Section in the back of the book now includes additional information related to the solution of select Fundamental and Review Problems in order to offer the student guidance in solving the problems. Updated Fundamental Problems offer students simple applications of the concepts and provide the opportunity to develop their problem-solving skills before attempting to solve the standard problems that follow. Some new Fundamental Problems have been added, along with their partial solutions, which are given in the back of the book. Reach every student with Mastering with Pearson eText Videos — developed by the author — include a variety of new video types that are available for the 15th Edition. Within the videos, Professor Hibbeler expertly demonstrates how to solve problems, models the best way to reach a solution, and gives students extra opportunities to practice honing their problem-solving skills; he also summarizes key concepts discussed in the text, supported by additional figures, animations, and photos. Setup-and-Solve exercises step students through the problem-solving process, similar to what instructors model during class. This reinforces conceptual understanding of the process applied in approaching the problem and mirrors what students will be expected to do on a quiz or test. Pearson eText is an easy-to-use digital textbook available within Mastering that lets students read, highlight, and take notes, all in one place. Seamlessly integrated videos and media engage students and give them access to helpful learning tools. The mobile app lets students learn on the go, online or offline. Learn more about Pearson eText. The Analytics Dashboard gives you insight into how students are working in their eText to plan more effective instruction in and out of class. Early Alerts in Mastering use predictive analytics based on a student’s work in Mastering, such as correct answers on the first try. This information helps identify struggling students as early as possible — even if their assignment scores are not a cause for concern. This insight enables instructors to provide support when students need it so they can stay — and succeed — in the course. Gradescope — With this efficient grading platform, you can streamline the way you create and grade online exams, homework, and projects. Learn more about how we bring Gradescope to you.