The column section shown is symmetric and designed with a compressive strength, $f_c^{\text{'}},$ of $3\mathrm{.}5$ ksi and a yield strength, $f_y,$ of $60$ ksi Consider possible bending about the $y-y$ axis.

What is most nearly the spacing needed for $\frac{3}{8}$ in ties?

$$ A$.12$ in

Correct answer is $12$ in