Civil MCQ

1. Which type of foundation is typically used for bridges built on stable soil conditions?a) Shallow foundationsb) Deep foundationsc) Pneumatic caissonsd) River training works Answer: … Read more

1. Which type of pier is typically used in locations where the foundation is set deep into the ground? a) Solid pierb) Hollow pierc) Stub … Read more

1. Which type of steel superstructure is characterized by its use of large horizontal beams? a) Plate girder bridgeb) Truss bridgec) Arch bridged) Bowstring girder … Read more

1. What type of bridge superstructure is typically used for spanning short to medium distances over roads or waterways? a) Slab culvertb) Pipe culvertc) T-beamd) … Read more

1. What is the primary purpose of temporary bridge superstructures? a) To provide long-term transportation solutionsb) To withstand heavy military vehiclesc) To facilitate traffic during … Read more

1. What type of earth pressure occurs when the soil is in a state of equilibrium and not moving?a) Active earth pressureb) Passive earth pressurec) … Read more

1. What are significant characteristics of expansive soils?a) High compactionb) Low moisture sensitivityc) Swelling and shrinkaged) High load-bearing capacity Answer: c) Swelling and shrinkageExplanation: Expansive … Read more

1. Which of the following best describes the load transfer mechanism in pile foundations?a) Compressionb) Tensionc) Sheard) Flexure Answer: a) CompressionExplanation: Pile foundations primarily transfer … Read more

1. Which type of foundation is typically used for structures with relatively light loads and shallow soil depths?a) Shallow foundationb) Deep foundationc) Pile foundationd) Raft … Read more

1. Which of the following factors primarily influences the selection of a foundation type? a) Architectural designb) Soil conditionc) Construction costd) Climate variations Answer: b) … Read more