Civil Engineering MCQCivil Engineering (Shared)
Maximum spacing of main reinforcement in slabs should not exceed:
Concrete Technology & RCCMain bar spacingMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
2d or 200 mm
B
3d or 300 mm, whichever is less
C
16 phi or 300 mm
D
5d or 450 mm
Correct Answer
B. 3d or 300 mm, whichever is less
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Main slab bars are limited to 3d or 300 mm to control cracking and distribution. Reference: Clause 26.3.3 / 26.5.2 | Page: verify from your official BIS copy/PDF pagination
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