Question: An existing 1 2 wide x 2 8 deep rectangular reinforced concrete beam is reinforced with 3 , # 9 bottom rebars at

An existing 12" wide x 28" deep rectangular reinforced concrete beam is reinforced with 3, #9 bottom rebars at the midspan (in a single layer). Assume an effective depth, d =24.5 inches; fc'=6000 psi and fy =60.000 psi.
Using the flexural rebar specified in this existing reinforced concrete beam,
A) Calculate the design moment capacity in (ft-kips) of the beam.
B) Show, with aid of calculations, that the strength refuction factor is .90.
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