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For simply supported beams/slabs, effective span is generally the lesser of:

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Choose the correct answer

A

Clear span plus effective depth and centre-to-centre support distance

B

Only centre-to-centre of supports

C

Clear span and overall depth

D

Overall length and support width

Correct Answer

A. Clear span plus effective depth and centre-to-centre support distance

Why is this the answer?

IS 456 defines effective span using clear span plus effective depth, limited by centre-to-centre support distance. Reference: Clause 22.2 | Page: verify from your official BIS copy/PDF pagination

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