Question

The ratio of tensile strength to compressive strength of concrete is about

• A. $\frac{1}{10}$
• B. $\frac{1}{2}$
• C. $\frac{1}{20}$
• D. $\frac{1}{5}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\frac{1}{10}$

There is no standard linear ratio between tensile strength and compressive strength of concrete.

Tensile strength of concrete is $\frac{1}{10}$ of compressive strength of concrete. If we are using $M20$ then its compressive strength is $20N/mm$ and tensile strength is $2N/m{m}^2$.