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The load-bearing capacity of a wall is dependent on the _________ of the lateral supports.(a) Size(b) Spacing(c) Material(d) MassI have been asked this question in a national level competition.My question is based upon Load Bearing Walls in portion Load Bearing Walls of Construction & Building Materials

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The CORRECT option is (b) Spacing

Easy explanation: Load-bearing WALLS are subjected to various types of loads. A wall can be laterally supported at both horizontal and VERTICAL intervals. The load-bearing capacity of a wall is dependent on the spacing of lateral supports. It ALSO depends on its EFFECTIVENESS.



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