A beam has dimensions of b = 16 in., h = 24 in., and d = 21….
A beam has dimensions of b = 16 in., h = 24 in., and d = 21.5 in. and is reinforced with 5 No. 5 bars. The concrete strength is 6,400 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.