Additional longitudinal reinforcement is provided at faces if depth of member subjected to torsion exceeds _______ mm.

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  1. 450
  2. 300
  3. 750
  4. 700

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Option 1 : 450
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Explanation:

According to IS 456:2000 Clause 26.5.1.7

Distribution of torsion Reinforcement

  • The transverse reinforcement for torsion shall be rectangular closed stirrups placed perpendicular to the axis of the member.
  • The spacing of the stirrup shall not exceed the least of x1, (x1 + y1)/4 and 300 mm where  x1y1 are respectively short and long dimensions of the stirrup
  • Longitudinal reinforcement shall be placed as close as is practicable to the corners of the cross-section and in all cases, there shall be at least one Longitudinal bar each corner of the ties.

When the cross-sectional dimension of the member exceeds 450 mm, additional longitudinal bars. shall be provided to satisfy the requirement of minimum reinforcement and spacing.

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