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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 | |