A W24 × 104 structural steel wide-flange section is used as a short compression strut and...

A W24 × 104 structural steel wide-flange section is used as a short compression strut and subjected to a vertical axial load of 350,000 lb, as shown. Calculate the maximum load P that may be applied on the Y–Y axis at the outside face of the flange without exceeding the maximum compressive stress of 20,000 psi.

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