uploaded imageThe device shown is used to remove nails. When a force is applied to the handle, the device grips the nail and extracts it from the board. In this case, a horizontal force F = 10 lb is required to extract the nail. (a) Determine the axial force applied to the nail by the puller. (b) Determine the clamping force that each jaw of the puller applies to the nail. (c) Determine the magnitude and direction of the reaction force at A.

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