Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In a cantilever beam, tensile reinforcement is provided
Strength of MaterialsRCC DesignMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
on the top of the beam
B
on the bottom of the beam
C
in the middle of the beam
D
on the top and bottom of the beam
Correct Answer
A. on the top of the beam
Why is this the answer?
A cantilever hogs, putting the top fibres in tension, so the main steel is placed at the top.
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