Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to conjugate beams?
Statement A : A conjugate beam is a hypothetical beam with the same dimensions as those of the actual beam but with a different loading configuration.
Statement B : Bending moment at a certain point in a conjugate beam (M conjugate) is equal to the deflection (X real) at that point in a real beam.
1
Only Statement A is correct.
2
Both Statement A and Statement B are correct.
3
Both Statement A and Statement B are incorrect.
4
Only Statement B is correct.