Which of the following statement is correct for reducing web buckling due to diagonal compression?
A)not providing web stiffeners to increase shear strength
B)providing web stiffeners to reduce shear strength
C)increasing depth-to-thickness ratio
D)reducing depth-to-thickness ratio

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Reducing the depth-to-thickness ratio of the web in a structural member increases its stiffness and resistance to buckling under diagonal compression. This is because a lower ratio means the web is thicker relative to its depth, making it less prone to buckling.

Which of the Following Statement Is Correct for Reducing Web