16. The critical Euler load for the pin-ended slender column
restrained at the midpoint as shown in Fig. A is 1000 lb. What is the critical
Euler load
for the same column with the midpoint restraint removed as shown in Fig. B.
a. 250 lb
b. 500 lb
c. 750 lb
d. 1000 lb
e. 4000 lb