Q 10. A simply supported beam PQ is loaded by a moment of 1 kNm at the mid-span
of the beam as shown in the figure The reaction forces RP and RQ at supports P
and Q respectively are
(A) 1 kN downward, 1 kN upward
(B) 0.5 kN upward, 0.5 kN downward
(C) 0.5 kN downward, 0.5 kN upward
(D) 1 kN upward, 1 kN upward
Answer: (A)
Explanation: