T-Shaped Simple Beam Has a Cable with Force P Anchored

Multiple Choice

T-shaped simple beam has a cable with force P anchored at B and passing over a pulley at E, as shown in the figure. The bending moment just left of C is 1.25 kN ∙ m. The cable force P is approximately:

A) 2.7 kN
B) 3.9 kN
C) 4.5 kN
D) 6.2 kN