Question: Problem 3 ( 3 0 % ) Select the lightest C 8 channel to be used as a 1 4 f t long tension member

Problem 3(30%)
Select the lightest C8 channel to be used as a 14ft long tension member to resist the following service
loads, 15k dead load and 40k live load. The member will be connected by a transverse weld at the end of
the channel only. Use A992-Grade 50 steel.
Make sure to check tensile yielding, tensile rupture, and slenderness ratio limit
Problem 3 ( 3 0 % ) Select the lightest C 8

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