2144Civil EngineeringMedium
In a gusseted base, when the end of the column is machined for complete bearing on the base plate, then the axial load is assumed to be transferred to base plate________?
Afully by direct bearing
B50% by direct bearing and 50% through fastenings
C75% by direct bearing and 25% through fastenings
Dfully through fastenings
Correct answer
B. 50% by direct bearing and 50% through fastenings
Explanation
The correct answer is 50% by direct bearing and 50% through fastenings.