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As per IS 456:2000 guidelines, which statement is correct regarding lap splices provided in reinforcing bars?
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- 1Lap splices can be freely used for bars larger than 36 mm diameter without welding.
- 2For bars in flexural tension, the lap length shall be equal to development length (Ld) or 30φ, whichever is greater.✓
- 3For direct tension members, the lap length is taken as Ld or 24φ.
- 4Lap splices are completely prohibited in compression members.
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For bars in flexural tension, the lap length shall be equal to development length (Ld) or 30φ, whichever is greater.
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