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This section includes 9 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Geotechnical Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
1. |
The two natural frequencies representing the couple motion, in sliding and rocking motion is ___________ |
A. | n1 and n2 |
B. | x and y |
C. | and n |
D. | n1 and n |
Answer» B. x and y | |
2. |
If foundation block is supported by an elastic pad of contact area A and thickness t, the value of stiffness factor for vertical motion is given by which of the following expression? |
A. | Kx = C A/t |
B. | Kz = E A/t |
C. | K y = Ely / t |
D. | All of the mentioned |
Answer» C. K y = Ely / t | |
3. |
According to Barken, the value of the coefficient of elastic uniform shear is taken as __________ |
A. | 0.5 |
B. | 2 Cu |
C. | 3.0 |
D. | 0.5 Cu |
Answer» E. | |
4. |
The methods of Pauw and Balakrishna Rao are based on ___________ assumptions. |
A. | Equation of motion |
B. | Linear spring theory |
C. | Participation of soil in the vibration |
D. | Barken s method |
Answer» D. Barken s method | |
5. |
The permissible amplitude should not exceed ___________ for reciprocating machine. |
A. | Probable amplitude |
B. | Limiting amplitude |
C. | Maximum amplitude |
D. | Minimum amplitude |
Answer» C. Maximum amplitude | |
6. |
If the combined C.G. of the machine and foundation lies in the same vertical line, then the twisting modes are _________ |
A. | Coupled |
B. | Uncoupled |
C. | All of the mentioned |
D. | None of the mentioned |
Answer» C. All of the mentioned | |
7. |
Barken s method is used in ___________ places. |
A. | Congested area |
B. | Design offices |
C. | Working area |
D. | All of the mentioned |
Answer» D. All of the mentioned | |
8. |
The rotation of foundation about y axes is known as _____________ |
A. | Yawning |
B. | Pitching |
C. | Rocking |
D. | All of the mentioned |
Answer» D. All of the mentioned | |
9. |
The method of Barken is based on the assumption of ___________ |
A. | Equation of motion |
B. | Linear spring theory |
C. | Participation of soil in the vibration |
D. | All of the mentioned |
Answer» C. Participation of soil in the vibration | |