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Design of Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Beam

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What does the depth of the neutral axis represent in a reinforced concrete beam?

a: Maximum deflection point Explanation

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b: Location of zero bending stresses Explanation

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c: Size of the beam's cross-section Explanation

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d: Maximum tensile stress point Explanation

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According to IS 456:2000, what is the minimum percentage of tensile reinforcement required in a rectangular beam?

a: 0.15% Explanation

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b: 0.20% Explanation

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c: 0.25% Explanation

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d: 0.30% Explanation

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In the design of a rectangular beam, what does the term effective cover refer to?

a: Depth of the beam Explanation

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b: Distance between supports Explanation

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c: Distance between the outer face of the concrete and the center of the outermost reinforcement Explanation

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d: Thickness of the beam Explanation

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What is the purpose of providing shear reinforcement, such as stirrups, in a rectangular beam?

a: Enhance compressive strength Explanation

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b: Resist torsional forces Explanation

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c: Increase ductility Explanation

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d: Reduce deflection Explanation

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In a simply supported rectangular beam, where is the maximum bending moment typically located?

a: At the support Explanation

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b: Near the support but not at the center Explanation

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c: At midspan Explanation

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d: At the free end Explanation

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