For a building that is less than 60 ft tall, can equation (6-17) of ASCE 7-05 be used or is it required to use equation (6-18)?
The first equation is for buildings of all heights whereas the second is for buildings < 60ft tall. The wording in the code is confusing as it states: "Low-Rise...
I will be taking the new 16 hr structural engineering exam in April and have a couple of specific questions. Also, any general advice is welcomed.
(1) I have an older version of the AASHTO code and would rather not purchase the new version as it is very expensive. I have selected "buildings"...