Spacing of stirrups in a rectangular beam, is
A)Kept constant throughout the length
B)Decreased towards the centre of the beam
C)Increased at the ends
D)Increased at the centre of the beam

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The spacing of stirrups is increased at the center of the beam because the shear force is generally lower at the center compared to the ends, where it is higher and requires closer spacing for adequate shear reinforcement.

Spacing of Stirrups in a Rectangular Beam, Is