A short reinforced concrete column is subjected to a 700 kips axial compressive load. The modulus of elasticity of plain concrete and steel are 4,500,000 psi and 29,000,000, respectively, and the cross-sectional area of steel is 3.0% of that of the reinforced concrete. Considering the column as a structural member made of a composite material and subjected to load parallel to the steel bars. Calculate the modulus of elasticity of the reinforced concrete, as well as how much load is carried by the steel portion.
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