Consider the following statements;1) In a reinforced concrete member subjected to flexure, the externally applied moment is resisted by an internal couple formed by steel and concrete and their magnitudes vary with the applied moment, while the lever arm of the internal couple remains constant2) In a prestressed concrete. Member, the external moment is resisted by an internal couple, but it is the lever arm that changes with the loading conditions and the stress in steel remain practically constantWhich of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements;1) In a reinforced concrete member s

1.	Consider the following statements;1) In a reinforced concrete member subjected to flexure, the externally applied moment is resisted by an internal couple formed by steel and concrete and their magnitudes vary with the applied moment, while the lever arm of the internal couple remains constant2) In a prestressed concrete. Member, the external moment is resisted by an internal couple, but it is the lever arm that changes with the loading conditions and the stress in steel remain practically constantWhich of the above statements is/are correct?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2

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