Problem $3$

The cross$-$section dimensions for a tension member are shown at the right.

A bolted connection at the end of the tension member is shown below.

A$36$ Steel

$\frac{7}{8^{\text{'}\text{'}}}$ Bolts Standard Holes

$($a$)$ Compute $Pn$ for this tension member based on yield of the gross section and fracture of the net section. Do not check block shear. $(25$ Points$)$

$($b$)$ What is the maximum length permitted for this tension member without violating the preferred slenderness ratio? $(5$ points$)$