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Why are bridge beams given an I-shaped cross section?
ALess weight, same strength
BMore weight, more cost
CHigher Poisson's ratio
DNo bending under any load
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Less weight, same strength
The I section gives a large load-bearing surface and enough depth to resist bending while reducing weight and cost.
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