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Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What happens to a straight beam when it is subjected to bending?
💡 Hint: Think about how a bow bends.
Question 2
Easy
What is the neutral axis in a beam?
💡 Hint: Remember, it's the point with no force acting.
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Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What happens to a beam's cross-sections during bending?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials deform.
Question 2
True or False: The neutral axis in a beam experiences the highest stress.
💡 Hint: Consider where forces act on the beam.
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Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
A simply supported W-section beam is subjected to a uniform load. Calculate the maximum bending moment and identify the location of the neutral axis.
💡 Hint: Consider the load's effect over the span.
Question 2
A steel beam with a specified yield strength of 50 ksi is tested for flexural strength. Determine its nominal strength using appropriate section modulus and reduction factors.
💡 Hint: Check if your section is compact or partially compact.
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