Question: 7 . 3 2 A 2 6 exterior stud wall is 1 4 - ft tall. Studs are 1 6 - in . o .

7.32 A 26 exterior stud wall is 14-ft tall. Studs are 16-in. o.c. The studs support the following ver-
tical loads per foot of wall:
D=800lbft
L=800lbft
Lr=400lbft
In addition, the wall carries a uniform wind force of 15psf(horizontal). Lumber is No.1 DF-L.CM=1.0,
Ct=1.0, and Ci=1.0. Sheathing provides lateral support in the weak direction.
Find:
a. Check the studs using ASD and the IBC-required load combinations. Neglect uplift.
D only
D+.75(L+Lr)
D+.75(L+Lr+.6W)
b. Check the studs using LRFD and the IBC-required load combinations. Neglect uplift.
1.4D
1.2D+1.6L+.5Lr
1.2D+W+.5(L+Lr)
7 . 3 2 A 2 6 exterior stud wall is 1 4 - ft

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