Which advantage do post-tensioned concrete beams gain from introducing carefully controlled tendon elongation?

💡 Explanation

Less creep occurs in post-tensioned concrete from creep strain gradient control using the prestressing mechanism, adjusting the compression in the concrete. Creep and shrinkage rates decrease because applied compression from prestressing counteracts these effects, therefore minimizing deformation, rather than primarily increasing strength.

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