Explore topic-wise MCQs in Strength of Materials.

This section includes 8 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Strength of Materials knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Volumetric strain = 3 _____________

A. Linear strain
B. Lateral strain
C. Linear stress
D. Lateral stress
Answer» B. Lateral strain
2.

Lighter materials of construction can be used for a continuous beam.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
3.

In continuous beams ______________ moments is always less than support moments.

A. Upward
B. Mid span
C. Downward
D. Sagging
Answer» C. Downward
4.

In continuous beams ______ moment develops at supports.

A. Hogging
B. Sagging
C. Couple
D. Static
Answer» B. Sagging
5.

In T beams, maximum ______ is less.

A. Shear force
B. Bending moment
C. Bending stress
D. Shear stress
Answer» C. Bending stress
6.

The pitch of the lateral ties shall not be more than the least of the ______________

A. 300mm
B. 450mm
C. 500mm
D. 550mm
Answer» B. 450mm
7.

Polygonal links are also known as _____________

A. Bent up bars
B. Crancked bars
C. Lateral ties
D. Anchorage bars
Answer» D. Anchorage bars
8.

As per IS 456-2000, the minimum eccentricity for columns shall be given by ________

A. l/500 + D/30
B. l/450 + D/45
C. l/400 + D/40
D. l/250 + D/25
Answer» B. l/450 + D/45