Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
The thickness of a gusset plate attached to a tension member, as per code, should not be less than
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Choose the correct answer
A
6 mm
B
8 mm
C
12 mm
D
16 mm
Correct Answer
A. 6 mm
Why is this the answer?
A minimum gusset-plate thickness of about 6 mm is commonly specified. [Self-solved — please verify.]
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