Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In quality checking a civil-engineering calculation involving flexural failure mode of a singly reinforced beam, which rule applies? Avoid the common trap that concrete crushes before steel yields.
RCCUnder-Reinforced SectionMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
both materials remain elastic until collapse
B
shear always governs first
C
steel yields before concrete crushes, giving ductile warning
D
concrete crushes before steel yields
Correct Answer
C. steel yields before concrete crushes, giving ductile warning
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Under-reinforced RCC beams are preferred for ductile flexural failure. Correct option: C.
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