Explore topic-wise MCQs in Structural Analysis.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Structural Analysis knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Identify incorrect statement about truss analysis.

A. Zero force may should not be removed from structure
B. Method of joint enables us to solve any kind of truss analysis problem
C. Method of section enables us to solve any kind of truss analysis problem
D. Pin joint plane frame has 2 equilibrium equation at joint
Answer» C. Method of section enables us to solve any kind of truss analysis problem
2.

Zero Force Members can be removed from structure.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
3.

Calculate force in member FE.

A. 1KN (COMPRESSIVE)
B. 1KN (TENSILE)
C. 2KN (COMPRESSIVE)
D. 0KN
Answer» D. 0KN
4.

Find the force in member AF?

A. 1 KN (COMPRESSIVE)
B. 1KN (TENSILE)
C. \(\sqrt{2}\) KN (TENSILE)
D. 0KN
Answer» E.
5.

Find the force in member BD?

A. 1KN (COMPRESSIVE)
B. 1KN (TENSILE)
C. \(\sqrt{2}\) KN (TENSILE)
D. 0KN
Answer» D. 0KN
6.

Find the force in member ED?

A. 1KN (COMPRESSIVE)
B. 1KN (TENSILE)
C. \(\sqrt{2}\) KN (TENSILE)
D. 0KN
Answer» B. 1KN (TENSILE)
7.

Calculate the force in member BC.

A. 1KN (COMPRESSIVE)
B. 1KN (TENSILE)
C. \(\sqrt{2}\) KN (TENSILE)
D. 0KN
Answer» E.
8.

Which of the following is not true for the method of joints?

A. Equilibrium of joints is considered in method of joints
B. Number of equilibrium equations are 2 for method of joints
C. Method of joints can be used to solve for up to 3 unknowns at a joint
D. Forces in prior member are to be calculated first, for calculating internal forces in any chosen member
Answer» D. Forces in prior member are to be calculated first, for calculating internal forces in any chosen member
9.

Self-weight of members are ignored in truss analysis.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
10.

Which of the following is not a valid assumption in analysis of truss?

A. Members are subjected to axial forces only
B. Loads and reactions will act directly or indirectly at the members only
C. Member varies linearly only
D. All joints are smooth and frictionless hinges
Answer» C. Member varies linearly only