The Slenderness Ratio for a Column with an Effective Length

question 3

Multiple Choice

The slenderness ratio for a column with an effective length of 4 m and a radius of gyration of 50 mm is:

• A) 0.2
• B) 40
• C) 80
• D) 245

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Definitions:

Yield Management

A variable pricing strategy based on understanding, anticipating, and influencing consumer behavior to maximize revenue from a fixed, perishable resource.

Yield Management

A strategy used in industries with fixed capacities, like airlines or hotels, to maximize revenue through dynamic pricing and inventory control.

Discount Rate

The discount rate applied in the evaluation of discounted cash flow analysis to calculate the current value of future cash flows.