Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering

The lateral ties in a reinforced concrete rectangular column under axial compression are used to:

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A

avoid buckling of longitudinal steel under compression

B

provide adequate shear capacity

C

provide adequate confinement to concrete

D

reduce axial deformation of the column

Correct Answer

A. avoid buckling of longitudinal steel under compression

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Lateral ties hold the longitudinal bars in position and prevent their local buckling

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