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2–11.  Classify each of the structures as statically
determinate, statically indeterminate, or unstable. If
indeterminate, specify the degree of indeterminacy. The
supports or connections are to be assumed as stated.
                                      (a)
                                      (b)
                                      (c)
                                      (d)
                                      (e)
(a)     r = 5       3n = 3(1) 6 5
        Indeterminate to 2°.                                                             Ans.
(b)     Parallel reactions
        Unstable.                                                                        Ans.
(c)     r = 3         3n = 3(1) 6 3
        Statically determinate.                                                         Ans.
(d)     r = 6         3n = 3(2) 6 6
        Statically determinate.                                                         Ans.
(e)     Concurrent reactions
        Unstable.                                                                       Ans.
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