We can solve the problem by requiring the equilibrium of the forces and the equilibrium of torques.
1) Equilibrium of forces:

where

is the weight of the person

is the weight of the scaffold
Re-arranging, we can write the equation as

(1)
2) Equilibrium of torques:

where 3 m and 2 m are the distances of the forces from the center of mass of the scaffold.
Using

and replacing T1 with (1), we find

from which we find

And then, substituting T2 into (1), we find
I want to say that they will be primarily flat but I honestly don't know
Answer:
a. b- x= y
dx = -dy
b. F = 
c. F = 
Explanation:
a. x components:

= 
Integrating and solving gives:
b- x= y
dx = -dy
b. the force is given by the equation derived from (a.):
F = 
c. Given that r>>a, the expression becomes:
F = 
Explanation:
When the size of the charge distribution is less than the distance to the deviation point of the charge then the charge distribution would produce the same effect such as a linear charge.
Ohm's Law states V = IR
So,
I = V/R
The answer is B. 10/5=2 amps