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Q: In tension members, splice is used
  • A. to join two sections
  • B. to join more than two sections
  • C. as beam section
  • D. as column section
Correct Answer: Option A - Tension member splice– A joint in a member is known as splice. When a joint to be provided in a tension member, then splice plates are used splice plates and rivets are designed for the pull required to be transmitted by the tension member. Note– Splice in tension member are provided to joints two sections subjected to tensile force.
A. Tension member splice– A joint in a member is known as splice. When a joint to be provided in a tension member, then splice plates are used splice plates and rivets are designed for the pull required to be transmitted by the tension member. Note– Splice in tension member are provided to joints two sections subjected to tensile force.

Explanations:

Tension member splice– A joint in a member is known as splice. When a joint to be provided in a tension member, then splice plates are used splice plates and rivets are designed for the pull required to be transmitted by the tension member. Note– Splice in tension member are provided to joints two sections subjected to tensile force.