For a compression member with double angle section, which of the following section will give larger value of minimum radius of gyration?
A. Equal angles back to back
B. Unqual legged angles with long legs back to back
C. Unequal legged angles with short legs back to back
D. Both (B) or (C)
Answer: Option B
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Rivets connecting flange angles to cover plates in a plate girder are subjected to
A. Horizontal shear only
B. Vertical load only
C. Both (A) and (B)
D. None of the above
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A. Only shear stresses
B. Only tensile stresses
C. Both (A) and (B)
D. None of the above
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A. Bottom chord area
B. Top chord area
C. Effective span of bridge
D. Heaviest axle load of engine
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