Question

A flitched beam composed of two diffrent pieces, each having breadth b and depth d, supports an external load. This statement implies that
1. The two diffrent material are rigidly connected
2. There will be relative movement between the two materials
3. For transforming into an equivalent single-material, section under 'strength' considerations, the depth is kept constant and only the breadth is varied.

Which of the above statements are correct ?

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1 and 3 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is B 1 and 3 only

In flitched beam, two different materials are rigidly connected. Thus, it prevents relative movement between two materials. So, option (b) is correct.