Assuming: X = 10 ft, Y = 5 ft. The floor is supporting a load of 100 lb/ft². What is the linear load on a center joist?
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We are given a floor with dimensions X and Y, and a load that the floor can support per square foot. We need to find the linear load on a center joist, which is the load distributed along the length of the joist. Show more…
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