of 1.25 g and mass center at G. If it is supported by the 17-45. The drop gate at the end of the trailer has a mass cable AB and hinge at C, determine the tension in the cable when the truck begins to accelerate at 5 m/s². Also, what are the horizontal and vertical components of reaction at the hinge C? 17-46. The drop gate at the end of the trailer has a mass of 1.25 Mg and mass center at G. If it is supported by the cable AB and hinge at C, determine the maximum deceleration of the truck so that the gate does not begin to rotate forward. What are the horizontal and vertical components of reaction at the hinge C? A 30° B G 1 m C 1.5 m 45° Probs. 17-45/46