Question

In a simply supported beam, how far from the end, every second rod is twisted or cut?
1. 1 / 6^th of the span
2. 1 / 7th of the span
3. 1 / 5th of the span
4. 1 / 4th of the span

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : 1 / 7th of the span

Explanation

 In a simply supported beam, at a distance of 1/7 th of span from the end, every second rod is twisted or cut.

Bar bending schedule represents a list of reinforcement bars in a tabular form and contains the following details about reinforcement:

(i) Bar mark: gives the position of bars in the structure,

(ii) diameter of the bar,

(iii) the shape and bending dimensions of the bar,

(iv) length of the bar,

(v) number and the same type of bar,

(vi) total length,

(vii) weight and

(viii) total weight.