Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
In a flat slab with drop panels, the purpose of the drop panel is to:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Increase the span of the slab
B
Increase resistance against punching shear and reduce slab depth requirements
C
Improve aesthetics
D
Reduce formwork cost
Correct Answer
B. Increase resistance against punching shear and reduce slab depth requirements
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Drop panels increase the effective depth of the slab near the column, thereby increasing punching shear capacity and allowing reduction in overall slab thickness or steel.
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