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The load distribution is distributed over a certain width vs depth ratio:- as the aspect ration is changed the law of diminishing returns kicks in ie wider the triangle with shorter height will result in excessive tensile force on the bottom chord and higher compressive forces on the two acute sides. It is theoretically considered that the Isosceles triangle best makes use of this optimisation of tension and compressive forces in structures.

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