The reinforced concrete beam which has width 25 cm, lever arm 40 cm, shear force 6t/cm2
, safe
shear stress 5 kg/cm2
 and B.M. 24 mt,
(A) Is safe in shear
(B) Is unsafe in shear
(C) Is over safe in shear
(D) Needs redesigning

1 Answer

Answer :

Answer: Option B

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