A beam has dimensions of b = 16 in., h = 30 in., and d = 27….
A beam has dimensions of b = 16 in., h = 30 in., and d = 27.5 in. and is reinforced with 4 No. 6 bars. The concrete strength is 2,500 psi, and the yield strength of the reinforcement is 60,000 psi. Assuming the reinforcement has yielded, determine the tensile force T in the reinforcement.