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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