For a single-angle tension member connected through ONE leg (the outstanding leg is unconnected), the net effective area as per IS 800 is:
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The gross area of the connected leg only
A1 + A2 x (3A1/(3A1+A2)) where A1=connected leg area, A2=outstanding leg area
The full gross area
A1 only (outstanding leg ignored)
Correct Answer
B. A1 + A2 x (3A1/(3A1+A2)) where A1=connected leg area, A2=outstanding leg area
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IS 800 Cl. 6.3.3: For single-angle connected by one leg: Anet = A1 + A2 x [3A1 / (3A1 + A2)], where A1 = net area of connected leg, A2 = gross area of outstanding leg. This accounts for shear lag.
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