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Have a question about two reference books; 2009 IBC Structural/Seismic Design Manual Combo (All Three Volumes) and SEAOC Blue Book: Seismic Design Recommendations 2009. Which ones would be better to study for Lateral AM exam? It seems to me that I need to study one of these to pass the Lateral.

Mine is out. WA, Bridge lateral. Unacceptable. Morning 23/40 Afternoon. Acceptable, Improvement needed, Acceptable. I think it is very close to pass. Will try again this fall. Layman

Under AASHTO Article 3.10.9.4.3a regarding Inelastic Hinging Forces, the second paragraph indicates: "...Inelastic flexural resistance of substructure components shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of Sections 5 and 6." Anybody can pinpoint which provisions in Secion 5 or 6 it...

For those who have taken lateral component with bridges module, it would be appreciated if you could share your ideas why you passed or failed exam. Any reference books you want to recommend? Since the exam specs says the afternoon session includes a one-hour Column, a one-hour Footing and a...