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Q: Which of the following is a purpose served by lintel?
  • A. To join the column at sill level
  • B. To support the wall above the opening
  • C. To join the foundation
  • D. To support the slab
Correct Answer: Option B - A lintel is one type of beam which used to support the above wall when openings like doors, windows etc. The main function of the lintel is to take loads coming from above wall and transfer its load to the side walls. Following are the purposes of lintel beams– • to support the walls above the openings like doors, windows. • to provide a safeguard of the windows and doors. • to transfer its load to the side walls.
B. A lintel is one type of beam which used to support the above wall when openings like doors, windows etc. The main function of the lintel is to take loads coming from above wall and transfer its load to the side walls. Following are the purposes of lintel beams– • to support the walls above the openings like doors, windows. • to provide a safeguard of the windows and doors. • to transfer its load to the side walls.

Explanations:

A lintel is one type of beam which used to support the above wall when openings like doors, windows etc. The main function of the lintel is to take loads coming from above wall and transfer its load to the side walls. Following are the purposes of lintel beams– • to support the walls above the openings like doors, windows. • to provide a safeguard of the windows and doors. • to transfer its load to the side walls.