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- Theory of Structurescivil-engineering-mcqs › theory-of-structures
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- 17 Jan 2019
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- 28 May 2026
Explanation
The formula for a parabolic arch based on its span (l) and rise (h) is given by y = (4h / l²) × (1 – x), where y represents the height at a horizontal position x. Options A, B, and C use incorrect coefficients, making option D the correct expression.
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