3. Calculate the load carrying capacity and percentageof reinforcement for a short rectangular column of
cross section dimension 280 mm x 500 mm is reinforced with 4 barsof 25 mm diameter, 2 bars of 20
mm diameter and 2 bars of 12 mm diameter. Use M30 grade concreteand Fe 500 grade steel. Also
design a 4 legged ties necessary for this section.