13-100. A rectangular wooden column has the cross section shown. If the column is 6 ft long and subjected to an axial force of P = 15 kip, determine the required minimum dimension a of its cross-sectional area to the nearest 1 16 in. so that the column can safely support the loading. The column is pinned at both ends
 
 
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