Civil Engineering MCQCivil Engineering (Shared)
Minimum eccentricity in a column is given by:
Concrete Technology & RCCMinimum eccentricity formulaMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
L/50 + D/3
B
D/2 only
C
Zero for short columns
D
L/500 + D/30, subject to minimum 20 mm
Correct Answer
D. L/500 + D/30, subject to minimum 20 mm
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IS 456 specifies minimum eccentricity based on unsupported/effective length and lateral dimension, with minimum 20 mm. Reference: Clause 25.4 | Page: verify from your official BIS copy/PDF pagination
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