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A tension member must be designed for a service dead load of 18 kips and a service live load of 2 kips.

a. If load and resistance factor design is used, determine the maximum factored load (required strength) and the controlling AISC load combination.

b. If allowable strength design is used, determine the maximum load(required strength) and the controlling AISC load combination.

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