Select the lightest W section of a simply supported beam to carry a uniform dead load of 0.5 kip/ft in addition to its self-weight (assume 50 lb/ft) and a live load of 1.0 kips/ft on a span of 42 ft. Continuous lateral support is provided. The live load deflection is limited to L/360. Use A572 Grade 50 steel.

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Select the lightest W section of a simply supported beam to carry a uniform dead load of 0.5 kip/ft
in addition to its self-weight (assume 50 lb/ft) and a live load of 1.0 kips/ft on a span of 42 ft.
Continuous lateral support is provided. The live load deflection is limited to L/360. Use A572
Grade 50 steel.
BA
C6-1.67
Transcribed Image Text:Select the lightest W section of a simply supported beam to carry a uniform dead load of 0.5 kip/ft in addition to its self-weight (assume 50 lb/ft) and a live load of 1.0 kips/ft on a span of 42 ft. Continuous lateral support is provided. The live load deflection is limited to L/360. Use A572 Grade 50 steel. BA C6-1.67
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