Author Question: A beam is under stress when it carries a load. The part of a beam where no tension or compression ... (Read 128 times)

Tazate

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 532
A beam is under stress when it carries a load. The part of a beam where no tension or compression occurs is the
 
  A) upper or lower flange.
  B) neutral layer.
  C) neither of these

Question 2

When a load is placed on the middle of a horizontal beam supported at each end, the bottom part of the beam undergoes
 
  A) tension.
  B) compression.
  C) either of these
  D) none of these



cclemon1

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 312
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

Tazate

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 532
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

Did you know?

There are approximately 3 million unintended pregnancies in the United States each year.

Did you know?

After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.

Did you know?

Certain rare plants containing cyanide include apricot pits and a type of potato called cassava. Fortunately, only chronic or massive ingestion of any of these plants can lead to serious poisoning.

Did you know?

Asthma attacks and symptoms usually get started by specific triggers (such as viruses, allergies, gases, and air particles). You should talk to your doctor about these triggers and find ways to avoid or get rid of them.

Did you know?

There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library