A classmate has suggested a beam design that has dimensions…
A classmate has suggested a beam design that has dimensions of b = 12 in., h = 28 in., and d = 25.5 in. and is reinforced with 5 No. 7 bars. Assuming a cover of 1.5 in. and a stirrup diameter of 0.5 in., does the reinforcement fit within a single row as suggested?