Question: A simply supported beam having 1 2 span using 4 - cources 8 x 8 x 1 6 CMU units. The compressive strength of the

A simply supported beam having 12 span using 4-cources 8x8x16 CMU units. The compressive strength of the masonry is 2000 psi and Grade 60 steel is used. Units are laid in running bond and type S mortar is used. WDL=2600 plf and WLL=800 plf. Determine if the beam can adequately support the applied loads. A)2#6 are used in one layer.B)2#6 are used in two layers (one bar in each layer)

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