Question

Which of the following statements regarding the advantages of fixed beams is incorrect?

• A. The deflection of the beam at its center is very high
• B. The beam is stiffer, stronger and more stable
• C. The slope at the two ends is zero
• D. The fixing moments are developed at the two ends, whose effect is to reduce the maximum bending moment at the centre of the beam

Answer 1

Answer: (A)