Question

Reduction factor (ρ) for walls partially restrained at the top and bottom is __________

(a) 0.60

(b) 0.75

(c) 0.80

(d) 0.85

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Answer 1

The correct choice is (b) 0.75

Best explanation: The equation h = ρH is used for calculating the effective height of a wall. Reduction factor (ρ) for walls partially restrained at the top and bottom is 0.75.