Consider a W14x43 (Fy = 100 ksi) used as a compression member in a truss with Lc = 5 ft. What is the design compression strength for this member about the weak axis?

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Consider a W14x43 (Fy = 100 ksi) used as a
compression member in a truss with Lc = 5
ft.
What is the design compression strength
for this member about the weak axis?
Transcribed Image Text:Consider a W14x43 (Fy = 100 ksi) used as a compression member in a truss with Lc = 5 ft. What is the design compression strength for this member about the weak axis?
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