Question $-7$:

A $\backslash (1/2\backslash )-$in by $2-$in rectangular$-$cross$-$section UNS G$10150$ HR bar carries a static load of $16\mathrm{.}5$ kip. It is welded to a gusset plate with a $\backslash (3/8\backslash )-$in fillet weld $2$ in long on both sides with an E$70$XX electrode as depicted in Figure. Use the welding code method.

$($a$)$ Is the weld metal strength satisfactory?

$($b$)$ Is the attachment strength satisfactory?