Explore topic-wise MCQs in Strength Materials.

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101.

Which of the following is one of the layouts of distribution systems?$

A. Dual system
B. Gravity system
C. Grid Iron system
D. Pressure system
Answer» D. Pressure system
102.

In ____ system, air relief valves are not required.$

A. Gravity
B. Intermittent
C. Continuous
D. Grid
Answer» D. Grid
103.

Varignon’s theorem is called as _________$

A. Principle of Forces
B. Principle of moments
C. Principle of points
D. Theory of couple
Answer» C. Principle of points
104.

Which of the following is also known as ring system?

A. Circle
B. Reticulation
C. Radial
D. Interlaced
Answer» B. Reticulation
105.

Which of the following system is also known as interlaced system?

A. Tree system
B. Grid iron system
C. Circle system
D. Radial system
Answer» C. Circle system
106.

For longitudinal reinforcing bar, the nominal cover should not be less than __________?

A. 30 mm
B. 20 mm
C. 40 mm
D. 50 mm
Answer» D. 50 mm
107.

The ends of _____ shall be properly anchored.

A. Longitudinal reinforcement
B. Transverse reinforcement
C. Torsional reinforcement
D. Shear reinforcement
Answer» C. Torsional reinforcement
108.

What is the minimum number of longitudinal bars provided in rectangular column?

A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 8
Answer» B. 5
109.

The minimum diameter provided for the longitudinal bars is ________

A. 15 mm
B. 20 mm
C. 12 mm
D. 18 mm
Answer» D. 18 mm
110.

The strength of column with helical reinforcement shall be ____ times the strength of similar column with lateral ties.

A. 2.0
B. 1.05
C. 3
D. 1.5
Answer» C. 3
111.

What is the minimum value of eccentricity provided in columns?

A. 50 mm
B. 20 mm
C. 30 mm
D. 45 mm
Answer» D. 45 mm
112.

What is the recommended value of effective length if the column is effectively held in position and fixed against rotation in both ends?

A. 0.8 l
B. 0.5 l
C. 0.65 l
D. 0.9 l
Answer» D. 0.9 l
113.

Eccentrically loaded columns has to be designed for combined axial and ________

A. Shear force
B. Bending moments
C. Torsion
D. Creep
Answer» C. Torsion