Two rectangular under-reinforced concrete beam sections X an

General Aptitude
Civil Engineering

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Two rectangular under-reinforced concrete beam sections X and Y are similar in all aspects except that the longitudinal compression reinforcement in section Y is 10% more. Which one of the following is the correct statement?

[GATE CE 2018 Set 1]

A Section X has less flexural strength and is less ductile than section Y

B Section X has less flexural strength but is less ductile than section Y

C Section X and Y have equal flexural strength but different ductility

D Section X and Y have equal flexural strength and ductility.