Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In practical design discussion of Maxwell Reciprocal Theorem, which statement best matches deflection influence coefficients? Avoid the common trap that slope and deflection are never related.
Structural AnalysisMaxwell Reciprocal TheoremHARD
Choose the correct answer
A
deflection at i due to unit load at j equals deflection at j due to unit load at i
B
slope and deflection are never related
C
member forces are always equal in adjacent spans
D
reciprocity applies only to cables
Correct Answer
A. deflection at i due to unit load at j equals deflection at j due to unit load at i
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Reciprocity follows from linear elastic strain energy. Correct option: A.
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