Question: Rework the problem above assuming the beam is rectangular ( with a 1 6 i n . width, same as the web width ) .

Rework the problem above assuming the beam is rectangular (with a 16in. width, same as the web width). How much does the T-beam moment capacity increase (in percent) as compared to the rectangular beam assumption due to the composite action with the flange? Hint: Typical situation where a rectangular precast beam carries a non-composite cast-in-place slab, or vice versa. Both can also be cast-in-place. The rectangular beam will be 16 in.x28 in. section, if the cover addition is about 4 in. for two rebar layers.
Rework the problem above assuming the beam is

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