In seismic detailing, the first hoop/stirrup set spacing region from the end of a column, per the key, is which fraction of height h?
Choices
- (A) 1/6 of h
- (B) 2× cover depth
- (C) 3d_b
- (D) 600 mm only
Correct answer: (A)
1/6 of h
Explanation
Key: 1/6 h confinement length at ends (simplified; verify 18.7.5).