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For heavily reinforced concrete member, the nominal maximum size of the aggregates should be restricted to

5 mm less than the minimum clear distance between the main bars
5 mm less than the minimum cover to the reinforcement
smaller of (a) and (b)
greater of (a) and (b)

Correct Answer: smaller of (a) and (b)

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