Section 27-578. Distribution of vertical loads  


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  • Distribution of vertical
      loads to supporting members shall  be  determined  on  the  basis  of  a
      recognized  method  of  elastic  analysis  or  system of coefficients of
      approximation.  Elastic or inelastic displacements of supports shall  be
      considered  and,  for  the  distribution  of  dead loads, the modulus of
      elasticity of concrete or  composition  sections  shall  be  reduced  to
      consider  plastic  flow. Secondary effects, due to warping of the floors
      shall be considered.