Design of abnormal load MCQS
1. Which design principle aims to prevent the spread of structural failure in the event of localized damage? a) Progressive collapseb) Static equilibriumc) Elastic deformationd) … Read more
1. Which design principle aims to prevent the spread of structural failure in the event of localized damage? a) Progressive collapseb) Static equilibriumc) Elastic deformationd) … Read more
1. Which type of joint is typically used to connect two structural members end to end, allowing rotation but preventing translation? a) Lap jointb) Butt … Read more
1. Which design principle focuses on the disuniting of structures?a) Modularityb) Disintegrationc) Disunitingd) Fragmentation Answer: c) Disuniting Explanation: Disuniting of structures refers to designing components … Read more
1. What is the primary advantage of using prefabricated components in construction? a) Reduced construction timeb) Increased construction costc) Higher flexibility in designd) Lower quality … Read more
1. What is the primary purpose of prefabrication in construction? a) To increase construction costsb) To decrease construction efficiencyc) To improve construction quality and speedd) … Read more
1. Which of the following is not a type of flood?a) Flash floodb) Coastal floodc) Tidal floodd) Soil flood Answer: d) Soil flood Explanation: Soil … Read more
1. Which type of canal lining is typically used to minimize seepage losses?a) Concrete liningb) Earthen liningc) Brick liningd) Composite lining Answer: a) Concrete liningExplanation: … Read more
1. What is the primary driving force behind the hydrological cycle?a) Windb) Solar radiationc) Earth’s magnetic fieldd) Volcanic activity Answer: b) Solar radiationExplanation: Solar radiation … Read more
1. What is the main difference between confined and unconfined aquifers? a) Depth below the surfaceb) Permeability of the aquiferc) Presence of a confining layerd) … Read more
1. What is the definition of irrigation? a) The process of draining excess water from agricultural fieldsb) The application of water to land to assist … Read more