Question

Overall depth of T-beam for medium loading of continuous beams is assumed to be _______ of the total span.
1. 1/12 to 1/15
2. 1/10 to 1/12
3. 1/15 to 1/20
4. 1/20 to 1/24

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : 1/12 to 1/15

Overall depth of a flange (D_f) and depth of the web (d_w):

It is generally assumed as 1/12 to 1/15

For continuous beams, the overall depth is assumed as follows :

For light loads = 1/15 to 1/20 of the span.
For medium loads = 1/12 to 1/15 of the span.
For heavy loads = 1/10 to 1/12 of the span.