Why are L-beams (cast monoloithic with slab)that usually occur at the slab edge

Why are L-beams (cast monoloithic with slab)that usually
occur at the slab edge, provided with overhangs?

Question Posted / alexander paul

Why are L-beams (cast monoloithic with slab)that usually occur at the slab edge, provided with over..

Answer / alexander paul

To avoid torsion

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