Fine Needle Biopsy has increased the risk of false positive findings.

Determine the net area for an L8 x 4 x 1 with two lines of 3/4-inch-diameter bolts in the long leg and one line of 3/4-inch-diameter bolts in the short leg. The bolts are not staggered.

The minimum Fu for A36 steel used in various structural shapes is _______.

Weld 2 is a _______ weld.

Determine the nominal strength for the following PL 7/8 x 7.5 plate of A36 steel with two holes for 5/8-inch-diameter bolts. Assume a = 2 in., b = 3.5 in., and c = 3.5 in.

If a tension connection is made with bolts, the reduction in cross-sectional area is _______ if the fasteners are arranged in a staggered pattern.

Using the Steel Construction Manual, determine the cross sectional area of a W24x62 member.

In block shear, the shear rupture stress is taken as ____ of the tensile ultimate stress.

Determine the shear lag factor U for a WT15 x 62 consisting of A992 steel with a transverse weld to its flange only.

What is the maximum suggested slenderness ratio for tension members in the AISC specification?