Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
The minimum edge distance in a bolted connection specified by IS 800-2007 should be maintained to avoid
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A
rupture of plate
B
shearing of plate
C
bearing of plate
D
tearing of plate
Correct Answer
D. tearing of plate
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A minimum edge/end distance prevents the bolt from tearing out (shear tear-out) through the edge of the plate.
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