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Assumptions in Limit State of Flexure -I

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The limiting compressive strain of concrete in bending is

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0.0035

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0.0015

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0.0025

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0.015

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Solution

The correct option is A 0.0035
As per Clause 38.1 (b) of IS 456 : 2000, Maximum strain at outermost compression fiber is taken as 0.0035.

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