Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
A candidate is comparing options for Shear Reinforcement. Which line correctly handles vertical stirrups in an RCC beam? Avoid the common trap that stirrups carry flexural compression.
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Choose the correct answer
A
stirrups are provided only for aesthetics
B
stirrups replace all longitudinal steel
C
stirrups carry flexural compression
D
stirrups resist diagonal tension and hold cracked concrete together
Correct Answer
D. stirrups resist diagonal tension and hold cracked concrete together
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Shear reinforcement controls inclined cracking and shear capacity. Correct option: D.
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