The "Shape Factor" of a cross-section of a beam is defined as the fully plastic strength divided by the force or moment causing first yield. Thus the Shape Factor for bending is Mp/My and similarly for shear, is Vp/Vy.
a) find the shape factor in bending for a rectangular cross-section.
b) find the shape factor in shear for a rectangular cross-section.
c) find the shape factor in bending for an I-beam W14X22.
d) find the shape factor in shear for an I-beam W14X22.