What is the load factor considered for steel structures when combination of dead load, imposed load and earthquake load is considered?
(a) 1.5
(b) 1.3
(c) 1.2
(d) 1.7
This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.
This key question is from Determination of Earthquake Loads topic in division Structural Analysis, Loading and Load Combinations of Design of Steel Structures