Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
For the design of slabs, IS 456 specifies span-to-overall-depth ratios mainly to safeguard the
Strength of MaterialsRCC DesignMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
Strength criterion
B
Deflection criterion
C
Crack width
D
Temperature stresses
Correct Answer
B. Deflection criterion
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Limiting the span/depth ratio controls deflection (a serviceability requirement).
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