Question

Consider the following statements:

Which of these statements is/are correct?

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 1 and 3
• C. 2 and 3
• D. None

Answer 1

The correct option is C 2 and 3

Limit state design is based on the probabilistic concept. Thus the actual load and actual stresses may differ from the calculated load and calculated stresses. However the partial safety factor and load factor provided adequate safety to the structure against collapse.