To find \(\theta\) and \(P\), we resolve the forces horizontally and vertically, and use Lami's theorem.
Step 1: Resolve Vertically
Using vertical equilibrium: \(2P \sin \theta = P \sin 60\)
\(\Rightarrow 2 \sin \theta = \sin 60\)
\(\Rightarrow \theta = 25.7^\circ\)
Step 2: Resolve Horizontally
Using horizontal equilibrium: \(2P \cos \theta + P \cos 60 = 10\)
Substitute \(\theta = 25.7^\circ\):
\(2P \cos 25.7 + P \cdot 0.5 = 10\)
\(\Rightarrow P = 4.34 \text{ N}\)
Alternative Method: Lami's Theorem
Using Lami's theorem:
\(\frac{2P}{\sin 120} = \frac{P}{\sin(180 - \theta)} = \frac{10}{\sin(60 + \theta)}\)
Solve for \(\theta\) and \(P\) using the above relationships, confirming \(\theta = 25.7^\circ\) and \(P = 4.34 \text{ N}\).