Usually stiffness of a simply supported beam is satisfied if the ratio of its span to depth does not exceed which one of the following?
A
7
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B
10
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C
20
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D
26
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Solution
The correct option is C 20 (c) For cantilever and continuous beam the ratio of span to depth to satisfy stiffness criterion shall not exceed 7 and 26 respectively.
(clause 23.2.1 of IS: 456-2000)