Question

What are spandrels?

(a) exterior beams at floor level of buildings

(b) interior beams at floor level of buildings

(c) exterior columns

(d) interior columns

I had been asked this question in final exam.

Question is taken from Introduction to Beams in section Design of Beams of Design of Steel Structures

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) exterior beams at floor level of buildings

Best explanation: Spandrels are exterior beams at floor level of buildings, which carry part of floor load and exterior wall.