Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
A cantilever 2 m long carries triangular load from 0 at free end to 20 kN/m at fixed end. Maximum BM at fixed end:
Strength of MaterialsCantilever Triangular Load BMMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
13.3 kN·m
B
20.0 kN·m
C
26.7 kN·m
D
40.0 kN·m
Correct Answer
A. 13.3 kN·m
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BM = w₀L²/6 = 20×4/6 = 13.3 kN·m; resultant=20 kN acts at L/3=0.67 m from fixed end.
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