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Maximum deflection

If deflection is to be limited to 1/240 of the span for total deflection, which includes both dead and live loads, what is the maximum allowable deflection for a 16 ft steel beam?

Answer∆ = (16 feet x 12 inch/ft) ÷ 240 = 0.80 inch
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