For a compression member with double angle section, which of the following section will give larger value of minimum radius of gyration?

Design of Steel Structures 02/12/2020

A. equal angles back to back
B. unqual legged angles with long legs back to back
C. unequal legged angles with short legs back to back
D. both (B) or (C)

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