What is the purpose of ductile detailing in reinforced concrete structures according to IS 13920?

IS 13920 Reinforced Concrete Structures Quiz

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Increase construction cost
Enhance structural strength and ductility
Reduce material usage
Improve aesthetic appearance
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In ductile detailing, what does IS 13920 recommend for maintaining ductility in the structure during seismic events?
Increasing concrete strength
Increasing beam spans
Providing seismic links and confining reinforcement
Reducing column sizes
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In seismic zones, IS 13920 recommends detailing of reinforcement to ensure:
Brittle failure
Ductile failure
No failure
Fatigue failure
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of providing transverse reinforcement in beams as per IS 13920?
Increase axial load capacity
Improve fire resistance
Enhance shear strength and ductility
Reduce deflection
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
As per IS 13920, what is the recommended minimum grade of concrete for earthquake-resistant structures?
M15
M20
M25
M30
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of providing confinement reinforcement in the critical regions of a column as per IS 13920?
Enhance column stiffness
Increase column height
Improve column aesthetics
Confer ductility to the column under axial loads
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to IS 13920, what is the minimum diameter of longitudinal reinforcement bars used in seismic-resistant columns?
6 mm
10 mm
12 mm
16 mm
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