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The people of ___________ were famously involved in execution of the Chipko movement.
Gujarat
Delhi
Garhwal Himalayas
Assam
Correct answer
Gujarat
Why do covalent compounds generally have low melting and boiling points?
They contain metallic bonds.
They have strong electrostatic forces.
They have a rigid lattice structure.
They have weak intermolecular forces.
Correct answer
They contain metallic bonds.
Which of the following elements has an atomic number of 8?
Hydrogen
Nitrogen
Carbon
Oxygen
Correct answer
Hydrogen
In an aquatic ecosystem, the phenomenon of biomagnification can best be studied in the case of _________.
phosphates
chlorine
organochlorine
DDT
Correct answer
phosphates
Which function key is used to move text or graphics in a document?
F2
F1
F12
F5
Correct answer
F2
A ball of mass 50 grams is moving with a velocity of 15 m/s. What is its kinetic energy?
3.750 J
1.875 J
5.625 J
7.500 J
Correct answer
3.750 J
In January 2025, India launched the NVS-02 satellite to strengthen which of the following navigation systems?
Galileo
Global Positioning System (GPS)
Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC)
Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS)
Correct answer
Galileo
Which of the following options is NOT a greenhouse gas?
Methane
Carbon tetrachloride
Nitrous oxide
Carbon dioxide
Correct answer
Methane
The main reason for which we are dependent on air is our _____.
osmoregulation
excretion
digestion
respiration
Correct answer
osmoregulation
Which of the following was NOT an artisan guild during the Mauryan period?
మౌర్య కాలంలో ఈ క్రింది వాటిలో ఏది కళాకారుల సంఘం (artisan guild) కాదు?
Astrologer / జ్యోతిష్యుడు
Potters / కుమ్మరులు
Carpenters / వడ్రంగులు
Bankers and Merchants / బ్యాంకర్లు మరియు వ్యాపారులు
Correct answer
Astrologer / జ్యోతిష్యుడు
Who among the following referred to the Directive Principles as the 'life-giving provisions' of the Constitution of India?
Ivor Jennings
BR Ambedkar
HM Seervai
LM Singhvi
Correct answer
Ivor Jennings
What is the primary function of a firewall tool in a computer network?
To speed up internet connections
To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
To store data securely
To detect and remove viruses
Correct answer
To speed up internet connections
The President has the power to dissolve which house of Parliament?
Lok Sabha only
Legislative Assembly
Both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha
Rajya Sabha only
Correct answer
Lok Sabha only
Who among the following developed the notation system for Hindustani classical music?
Pandit Ravi Shankar
Pandit Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande
Ustad Bismillah Khan
Ustad Amjad Ali Khan
Correct answer
Pandit Ravi Shankar
Which of the following MS Excel functions is used to convert a numeric value into a text with a specific format?
NUMBERTOTEXT()
VALUE()
FORMAT()
TEXT()
Correct answer
NUMBERTOTEXT()
In which of the following events did Deepthi Jeevanji set a world record at the 2024 World Para Athletics Championships?
400 metres T20
200 metres T20
100 metres T20
600 metres T20
Correct answer
400 metres T20
A solution is prepared by dissolving 40 g of NaCl in 200 g of water. What is the mass per cent of NaCl in the solution?
45%
16.67%
20%
25%
Correct answer
45%
For the protection and improvement of the environmental quality, the Environment Protection Act came into force in the year _________.
1984
1992
1986
1972
Correct answer
1984
Who among the following Indian female cricketers won the Best International Cricketer Award (Women) at the BCCI Naman Awards 2025?
Smriti Mandhana
Mithali Raj
Harmanpreet Kaur
Jhulan Goswami
Correct answer
Smriti Mandhana
A concave lens has a focal length of −2 cm. What is its power?
25 D
−50 D
−0.5 D
0.5 D
Correct answer
25 D
What does LAN stand for?
Local Area Network
Large Area Network
Limited Access Node
Linked Access Network
Correct answer
Local Area Network
Radiations that are emitted from nuclear wastes are known to cause ________ at a high rate.
diseases
emotional defects
mutations
syndromes
Correct answer
diseases
Which country proposed the idea of holding a United Nations conference on human interactions with the environment in 1968?
United States
Canada
France
Sweden
Correct answer
United States
Which formula should be entered in cell C2 to multiply the values of cells A2 and B2 in Excel?
=A2+B2
=MULTIPLY(A2,B2)
=A2*B2
=A2-B2
Correct answer
=A2+B2
An object is placed 15 cm in front of a convex lens of focal length 25 cm. The image distance will be ______.
−37.5 cm
−10.0 cm
−9.37 cm
17.5 cm
Correct answer
−37.5 cm
Due to global warming, the temperature of the earth has increased by ________
0.8°C
0.7°C
0.6°C
0.5°C
Correct answer
0.8°C
An alloy is considered a homogeneous mixture because:
it contains two or more phases
it exhibits uniform composition throughout
its components can be separated by filtration
its components are chemically combined in fixed proportions
Correct answer
it contains two or more phases
Which of the following is NOT toxic to non-target organisms in the soil?
Organic fertilisers
Fungicides
Herbicides
Pesticides
Correct answer
Organic fertilisers
Which of the following bridges is constructed over the Brahmaputra River in India?
Dhola-Sadiya Bridge
Howrah Bridge
Mahatma Gandhi Setu
Pamban Bridge
Correct answer
Dhola-Sadiya Bridge
Which German optical technology firm inaugurated its first Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru in November 2024, with plans to double its workforce within three years?
Jenoptik
Leica
Schneider Kreuznach
Carl Zeiss AG
Correct answer
Jenoptik
The kinetic energy of an object is derived using which of the following equations of motion?
a = (v – u) / t
s = ut + ½ at2
v = u + at
v2 – u2 = 2as
Correct answer
a = (v – u) / t
What happens to the pH of pure water when a few drops of lemon juice are added?
The pH increases
The pH remains the same
The pH becomes neutral
The pH decreases
Correct answer
The pH increases
Which of the following correctly differentiates mixtures and compounds?
| Feature | Mixture | Compound |
|---|---|---|
| A) Separation | Can be separated by physical methods | Requires chemical methods |
| B) Composition | Fixed ratio | Variable ratio |
| C) Properties | Always the same as constituents | Different from constituents |
| D) Formation | By chemical reaction | By simple mixing |
Option A (Separation) is correct
Option D (Formation) is correct
Option B (Composition) is correct
Option C (Properties) is correct
Correct answer
Option A (Separation) is correct
What is the general orientation of the Himalayan ranges in the northwestern part of India?
East-South
Northeast to Southwest
South-North
Northwest to Southeast
Correct answer
East-South
What is the primary function of a computer firewall?
To speed up internet connectivity
To prevent unauthorised access to a private network
To detect and remove computer viruses
To store user passwords securely
Correct answer
To speed up internet connectivity
Which operating system is known for its open-source nature and community-driven development for desktops and laptops?
iOS
macOS
Windows
Linux
Correct answer
iOS
Which type of RAM is faster and DOES NOT require refreshing?
SRAM
Dynamic Random Access Memory
Flash Memory
ROM
Correct answer
SRAM
A sound wave with a low frequency will have _______.
a low amplitude
a short wavelength
a high pitch
a low pitch
Correct answer
a low amplitude
The power to issue an ordinance when Parliament is NOT in session is given to the President under which Article?
Article 72
Article 110
Article 123
Article 356
Correct answer
Article 72
A metal wire is stretched, but it does not break easily. This property is known as:
hardness
ductility
malleability
brittleness
Correct answer
hardness
The atomic mass of sulphur is 32 u, and sulphur exists as S₈ molecules. What is the molecular mass of sulphur?
256 u
32 u
64 u
128 u
Correct answer
256 u
Where can one find the option to change a PowerPoint template?
View → Slide Master
Insert → Themes
Design → Themes
Home → Layout
Correct answer
View → Slide Master
Who is known as the leader of the Green Revolution in India?
C Subramaniam
Prof. MS Swaminathan
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Tribhuvandas Kishibhai Patel
Correct answer
C Subramaniam
Which of the following is NOT a source of collection of municipal solid waste?
Waste from homes
Radioactive waste
Waste from hospitals
Waste from schools
Correct answer
Waste from homes
Electricity production is categorised under which of the following economic sectors?
Primary sector
Secondary sector
Tertiary sector
Quaternary sector
Correct answer
Primary sector
Who among the following established the Bengal Chemical Swadeshi Stores?
Dadabhai Naoroji
Surendranath Banerjee
BG Tilak
Acharya PC Ray
Correct answer
Dadabhai Naoroji
The wavelength of ultraviolet radiations which is most powerful and causes damage to the DNA is _____.
UV-C
UV-B
UV-D
UV-A
Correct answer
UV-C
What happens when you click on the 'Forward' button in an email?
A blank email opens.
The original message is copied into a new email draft.
The email is permanently deleted.
The email is automatically sent to all contacts.
Correct answer
A blank email opens.
Which of the following will increase the heat produced by a heating element?
Using a material with high conductivity
Decreasing the applied voltage
Using a wire of lower resistance
Increasing the current flowing through the wire
Correct answer
Using a material with high conductivity
A car moving at a constant speed of 123 km/hr along a straight road is an example of ________.
uniform motion
rotational motion
random motion
non-uniform motion
Correct answer
uniform motion
Wool, jute, asbestos are classified as ____________.
mineral fibres
animal fibres
man-made fibres
natural fibres
Correct answer
mineral fibres
In prefabricated buildings, which joint type is best for absorbing movement due to thermal expansion?
Expansion joint
Riverted joint
Welded joint
Threaded joint
Correct answer
Expansion joint
Which of the following prefabrication techniques is used in bridge construction?
Panelised Construction
Precast Segmental Construction
Formwork-Free Construction
Modular Construction
Correct answer
Panelised Construction
Which type of window consists of two sashes sliding vertically?
Casement window
Sliding window
Double-hung window
Fixed window
Correct answer
Casement window
In a Symons rain gauge, the collected rainfall is measured using:
a digital display
a rotating drum
a graduated scale
a pressure sensor
Correct answer
a digital display
For an unsymmetrical angle section, the principal axes of inertia pass through which point?
The midpoint of the shorter leg
The intersection of the legs
The centroid of the section
The midpoint of the longer leg
Correct answer
The midpoint of the shorter leg
The contractors profit added in analysis of rates is:
20% of the total material and labour cost
20% of the total material cost
10% of total material cost
10% of total material and labour cost
Correct answer
20% of the total material and labour cost
Match the following railway zones with their headquarters.
| Railway Zones | Headquarters | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A. | Northern Railway | 1. | Kolkata |
| B. | Western Railway | 2. | Mumbai |
| C. | Eastern Railway | 3. | New Delhi |
| D. | Southern Railway | 4. | Chennai |
A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
A-4, B-1, C-3, D-2
A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4
Correct answer
A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
The per cubic metre rates are ₹3,000 per cum for stone ballast, ₹2,000 per cum for coarse sand and ₹10,000 per cum for cement. For production of 10 m3 of 1 : 3 : 6 cement concrete, the cost will be (to nearest thousand):
₹51,000
₹66,000
₹26,000
₹84,000
Correct answer
₹51,000
Which of the following is one of the standard gauges used in Indian Railways for Broad Gauge (BG) tracks?
1220 mm
1435 mm
1000 mm
1676 mm
Correct answer
1220 mm
The working or drawing area in the AutoCAD software is termed as _____________.
Model Space
Layout Space
Screen Space
Paper Space
Correct answer
Model Space
Which of the following is the SI unit of specific volume?
kg\m3
m3/N
N/m2
m3/kg
Correct answer
kg\m3
When rainfall intensity is greater than infiltration capacity indicated by the infiltration capacity curve, the excess water contributes to:
groundwater recharge
evapotranspiration
surface runoff
evaporation
Correct answer
groundwater recharge
The first paint coat on a new surface that fills the pores and facilitates adhesion of subsequent paint-coats to a surface is called ______.
putty coat
finishing coat
under coat
priming coat
Correct answer
putty coat
Slate and laterite are examples of _______________
argillaceous rock
siliceous rock
calcareous rock
argillaceous and calcareous rocks, respectively
Correct answer
argillaceous rock
While painting new wood work, the process of filling up of nail holes, dents, and cracks with putty is known as ______.
caulking
blocking
stopping
knotting
Correct answer
caulking
Which of the following documents will include name of authorities inviting tender, name of work and its location, time of completion, date, time and place of tender?
Tender notice
Tender opening form
Muster roll
Contract document
Correct answer
Tender notice
______ is used for filling in cracks, gaps, cavities, etc. for the purpose of repairing and waterproofing.
Curing
Ramming
Grouting
Tamping
Correct answer
Curing
Which of the following commands is used to create a surface in Autodesk Civil 3D?
Define Surface
Surface Create
Create Surface
Surface from Objects
Correct answer
Define Surface
The formation of hairline cracks on a plastered surface is called ______.
splitting
blistering
crazing
cracking
Correct answer
splitting
Why must compression reinforcement in a doubly reinforced beam be enclosed by stirrups?
To reduce the amount of steel required in compression
To increase the slenderness ratio of the beam
To prevent buckling and improve ductility by confining the concrete
To provide additional strength to the tension reinforcement
Correct answer
To reduce the amount of steel required in compression
When rainfall intensity is greater than infiltration capacity indicated by the infiltration capacity curve, the excess water contributes to:
groundwater recharge
evaporation
evapotranspiration
surface runoff
Correct answer
groundwater recharge
Which of the following statements is NOT true with respect to chemical grouting?
Can be employed to treat very fine fractures in moist environments.
Can be used to treat narrow concrete cracks.
The chemicals react with water to form gel/solid precipitate.
Does not require a high level of skill for application
Correct answer
Can be employed to treat very fine fractures in moist environments.
Restricting the height of masonry constructed per day is a remedial measure to prevent:
unequal settlement of masonry
lateral pressure on the walls
unequal settlement of subsoil
lateral movement of subsoil
Correct answer
unequal settlement of masonry
What is a good practice to follow when mixing concrete in hot weather?
Add large amount of fine aggregate to the mix.
Use warm water for mixing.
Add large amount of cement to the mix.
Use cold water to reduce the temperature of the mix.
Correct answer
Add large amount of fine aggregate to the mix.
As per IS 2296-1982, water is classified into five categories. Which of the following does Category E represent?
Surface water for irrigation
Surface water for aquaculture
Surface water for drinking
Surface water for outdoor bathing
Correct answer
Surface water for irrigation
Which of the following is true with respect to non-structural cracks?
Result in extensive cracking of foundations, slabs, etc.
They are usually very difficult to repair and rectify.
They are caused by atmospheric variations on building materials.
They are a threat to the structural stability of a building.
Correct answer
Result in extensive cracking of foundations, slabs, etc.
Which type of shoring is used to support unsafe walls of a building during its repair?
Cantilever shoring
Dead shoring
Raking shoring
Flying shoring
Correct answer
Cantilever shoring
A simply supported beam of 10 m carries a uniformly distributed load (UDL) of 5 kN/m over its entire span. What is the reaction force at each support?
20 kN
30 kN
25 kN
50 kN
Correct answer
20 kN
According to the Indian Road Congress(IRC73-1980), in the calculation of Overtaking Sight Distance (OSD), the reaction time 't' of the driver is assumed to be:
1 second
3 seconds
5 seconds
2 seconds
Correct answer
1 second
Which of the following equipment is essential for the well-point system?
Reciprocating pump
Jet pump
Centrifugal pump
Sump pump
Correct answer
Reciprocating pump
The building crack shown in the figure is a _______ crack.
toothed
vertical
diagonal
horizontal
Correct answer
toothed
A simply supported beam of 8 m has two vertical point loads: 10 kN at 2 m from the left support, 10 kN at 6 m from the left support. Using the graphical method, what is the approximate reaction at the left support (RA)?
12 kN
8 kN
15 kN
10 kN
Correct answer
12 kN
What is the primary mechanism by which a hydraulic pump moves fluid?
By generating an electric charge to attract the fluid
By using thermal expansion of the fluid
By creating a vacuum to draw fluid in and then pressurising it
By using gravity to push the fluid through the system
Correct answer
By generating an electric charge to attract the fluid
For a column subjected to bending and compression, the maximum slenderness ratio as per IS 800:2007 is:
180
200
300
250
Correct answer
180
Which type of excavation is used for laying large pipelines?
Muck excavation
Rock excavation
Trench excavation
Open excavation
Correct answer
Muck excavation
Which type of wall is designed to resist lateral forces, like wind or earthquakes?
Cavity wall
Partition wall
Load-bearing wall
Shear wall
Correct answer
Cavity wall
For a built-up column with lacing, what percentage of the axial load is considered as the transverse shear force (Vt ) that the lacing system must resist?
1.5%
2.5%
2.0%
3.0%
Correct answer
1.5%
Which of the following statements about friction is correct?
Kinetic friction is greater than static friction.
Friction is independent of the surface area in contact.
Friction force does not depend on the nature of surfaces.
Friction does not depend on the normal reaction.
Correct answer
Kinetic friction is greater than static friction.
When two walls meet at right angles, which of the following bonds is generally used to maintain structural strength?
Flemish bond
Header bond
Stretcher bond
English bond
Correct answer
Flemish bond
The collar beam in a collar beam roof performs which of the following functions?
It supports the ridge beam.
It forms an extension to the eaves.
It ties the wall plates together.
It prevents rafters from bending.
Correct answer
It supports the ridge beam.
Which of the following best explains why rail transport is preferred over road transport for bulk goods movement?
Rail transport requires more energy due to heavier infrastructure
Rail transport is only suitable for short-distance bulk movement.
Rail transport require less energy to haul a unit load over a unit distance.
Rail transport is always faster than road transport for all types of goods.
Correct answer
Rail transport requires more energy due to heavier infrastructure
Which of the following waterproofing methods is often used for external surfaces of concrete structures?
Root barriers
Cavity wall construction
Membrane waterproofing
Integral waterproofing
Correct answer
Root barriers
Cracks in buildings due to atmospheric drying of moisture in building materials cause:
structural cracks
shrinkage cracks
thermal cracks
settlement cracks
Correct answer
structural cracks
The plinth area of a building is measured at which level?
Top of the damp-proof course
Ground floor level
Mid-level of the foundation
Top of the plinth
Correct answer
Top of the damp-proof course
In the plastering of surfaces with three coats, the second coat of plaster applied is also known as _____.
under coat
rendering coat
setting coat
floating coat
Correct answer
under coat
Which of the following is the primary reason for adopting deep foundations over shallow foundations?
Poor soil bearing capacity at shallow depths
Faster construction speed
High water table
Low construction cost
Correct answer
Poor soil bearing capacity at shallow depths
What is the correct method to determine the moment of inertia of a symmetrical Tsection about its centroidal axis?
Consider only the moment of inertia of the flange, as it dominates the shape
Assume it behaves as a solid rectangular section of the same overall dimensions
Use the perpendicular axis theorem directly
Use the parallel axis theorem to sum the moments of inertia of the flange and web
Correct answer
Consider only the moment of inertia of the flange, as it dominates the shape
The sewerage system in which the society's waste is carried in buckets or carts is called:
hygienic system
water carriage system
conservancy system
bucket system
Correct answer
hygienic system
The contract in which the contractor needs to complete the work within a fixed sum and fixed time, irrespective of the qualities of different items, is:
Fixed contract
Lump sum contract
Item rate contract
Schedule contract
Correct answer
Fixed contract
The given figure shows which type of interchanges under grade separated intersection?
Full coverage leaf
Rotary
Partial coverage leaf
Diamond
Correct answer
Full coverage leaf
According to IS 456:2000, the maximum compressive strain in concrete under axial loading at the limit state of collapse is specified as ______.
0.002
0.0015
0.0025
0.003
Correct answer
0.002
What is the primary function of a fish plate in rail joints?
To reduce track curvature
To provide better track drainage
To join two rails together
To hold the sleepers together
Correct answer
To reduce track curvature
What is the optimum moisture content (OMC) range for compacting cohesive soils, as per IS 2720 (Part 8) - 1983?
10–14%
12–16%
8–12%
15–20%
Correct answer
10–14%
The Moment of Resistance (MR) in a beam is defined as:
the internal moment developed due to bending stresses
the product of shear force and bending moment
the sum of shear forces in the beam
the external moment applied to the beam
Correct answer
the internal moment developed due to bending stresses
What is the fire point test conducted on Bitumen also known as?
Softening point test
Penetration test
Pensky Marten test
Flash point test
Correct answer
Softening point test
What is air seasoning for timber also called?
Natural seasoning
Controlled seasoning
Kiln seasoning
Artificial seasoning
Correct answer
Natural seasoning
A drawing that shows the frontal and side appearance of a building is known as ________________.
building elevation
building section
building plan
aerial view
Correct answer
building elevation
Which of the following plastics is used in fiber-reinforced composites for bridges and structural applications?
Acrylic
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Epoxy resin
Nylon
Correct answer
Acrylic
Which of the following phenomena occurs due to shear strains modifying bending stresses in the flange and causes the sections to warp?
Local buckling
Web crippling
Shear lag
Torsional instability
Correct answer
Local buckling
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the variation of magnetic declination?
Statement I: Magnetic declination is more at magnetic poles and less at equator.
Statement II: Magnetic declination is more in the summer than in the winter.
Statement III: Magnetic declination is more at night and less in the day.
Statements I and II only
Statement I only
Statement II only
Statements II and III only
Correct answer
Statements I and II only
A plan that has detailed drawings of building foundation is known as ________.
foundation plan
basement plan
ground level plan
survey plan
Correct answer
foundation plan
Clay possesses the highest strength in which of the following conditions?
When heated to very high temperatures, up to redness
When at liquid limit
When with kaolinite at room temperatures
When at shrinkage limit
Correct answer
When heated to very high temperatures, up to redness
In which of the following types of estimates for buildings will the running meter cost of walls be required?
Plinth Area method
Cubical method
Approximate quantity method
Linear method
Correct answer
Plinth Area method
Which of the following options is used to enhance the alignment and strength of adjoining stones in stone masonry?
Flush joint
Key joint
Recessed joint
Dowel joint
Correct answer
Flush joint
Which type of support allows only rotational movement but resists both horizontal and vertical forces?
Roller support
Fixed support
Free support
Pinned support
Correct answer
Roller support
Even when the normal forces are reduced to zero, some part of shear strength is still left on the soil. This strength is due to:
true cohesion
interlocking friction
sliding friction
apparent cohesion
Correct answer
true cohesion
Efflorescence on plastered surface causes which of the following effects to appear?
Rust stains or patches
Growth patches of organic matter
Oozing out of a viscous liquid
Whitish crystalline substance
Correct answer
Rust stains or patches
What is the initial setting time of Portland-Pozzolana Cement when tested by the Vicat apparatus method as described in IS 4031 (Part 5):1988?
60 minutes
30 minutes
40 minutes
10 minutes
Correct answer
60 minutes
Which of the following types of junction is formed when two walls intersect at an acute angle?
Skew junction
Mitred junction
Butt junction
Lap junction
Correct answer
Skew junction
Which of the following types of glass fibre is most commonly used for reinforcement in construction?
E - glass
A - glass
S - glass
C - glass
Correct answer
E - glass
In structural applications, what is a potential drawback of using High Performance Concrete?
Lower bond strength with reinforcement
Difficulty in achieving proper compaction due to high stiffness
Increased susceptibility to chemical reactions in marine environments
Lower strength compared to conventional concrete
Correct answer
Lower bond strength with reinforcement
Drawing files generated in the AutoCAD software have which of the following file extensions?
.XML
.DWG
.PSD
.DOC
Correct answer
.XML
The plastic limit of a soil is 20% and its liquid limit is 50%. If its flow index is 30%, find the value of the toughness index of the soil.
1
0.5
3
1.5
Correct answer
1
The ratio of total covered area of all floors to the area of the plot on which the building is to be built is known as:
ground coverage
floor area ratio
built up area %
carpet area %
Correct answer
ground coverage
Which of the following factors determines the frequency of a concrete vibrator?
The ambient temperature
The type of cement used
The water-cement ratio
The size of the aggregate in the mix
Correct answer
The ambient temperature
Which type of soil is commonly used for the core of an embankment to minimise seepage?
Clay
Sand
Silty sand
Gravel
Correct answer
Clay
In structural analysis, Clapeyron's Theorem of Three Moments is primarily used to:
analyse the shear forces in a cantilever beam
calculate the bending moments at the supports of a continuous beam
determine the deflection at the midpoint of a simply supported beam
evaluate the torsional stresses in circular shaft
Correct answer
analyse the shear forces in a cantilever beam
The drawing that gives information about the placement of rooms in a building along with their length and width measurements is known as ___________.
building elevation
building plan
building section
aerial view
Correct answer
building elevation
Why is the Slope-Deflection Method considered more efficient than the Force Method for analysing indeterminate structures?
It cannot be used for beams and frames
It involves fewer equations and unknowns, making it easier to solve
It requires writing compatibility equations for unknown forces
It is limited to structures with low degrees of indeterminacy
Correct answer
It cannot be used for beams and frames
A good average value of the crushing strength of aggregates, suitable for concrete, is ______.
100-300 MPa
80-100 MPa
60-80 MPa
40-60 MPa
Correct answer
100-300 MPa
Bitumen is used in the all of the following, EXCEPT:
waterproofing
damp proofing
turfing
roofing
Correct answer
waterproofing
In RCC beams, which type of reinforcement is provided to resist shear?
Compression bars
Stirrups
Lateral ties
Longitudinal bars
Correct answer
Compression bars
Units of measurement for a drawing in AutoCAD can be set up using the command:
Scale
Grid
Limits
Units
Correct answer
Scale
As per IS 800: 2007, which type of beam does NOT need a lateral torsional buckling check?
Plate girders
Beams bending about their major axis with λLT more than 0.4
Hollow rectangular or tubular sections
I-section beams with a long span
Correct answer
Plate girders
Which of the following correctly represents the ultimate tensile force (Tu ) in the tensile reinforcement (As ) of a singly reinforced beam at the ultimate limit state of flexure, considering the characteristic yield strength of steel (fy )?
Tu = 0.5 fy As
Tu = 0.87 fy As
Tu = 0.67 fy As
Tu = fy As
Correct answer
Tu = 0.5 fy As
The egg-shaped sewer is placed, such that:
the velocity of flow is always lesser than the velocity of flow in hydraulically equivalent circular sewer
the larger base has to support the weight of the upper smaller section
the smaller base has to support the weight of the upper broader section
the base and upper section has the same area and the middle section has large area
Correct answer
the velocity of flow is always lesser than the velocity of flow in hydraulically equivalent circular sewer
As per IS 1200 Part I, the measurement of:
length shall be done to nearest 0.01 m, areas to nearest 0.01 m2 and volume to nearest 0.01 m3
length shall be done to nearest 0.01 m, areas to nearest 0.01 m2 and volume to nearest 0.001 m3
length shall be done to nearest 1 m, areas to nearest 1 m2 and volume to nearest 1 m3
length shall be done to nearest 0.1 cm, areas to nearest 0.1 cm2 and volume to nearest 0.1 cm3
Correct answer
length shall be done to nearest 0.01 m, areas to nearest 0.01 m2 and volume to nearest 0.01 m3
Which prefabricated element is structurally designed to resist lateral loads in high-rise buildings?
Shear wall panel
Precast column
Hollow core slab
Lintel beam
Correct answer
Shear wall panel
Which type of wall is primarily used for partitioning internal spaces?
Load-bearing wall
Cavity wall
Shear wall
Partition wall
Correct answer
Load-bearing wall
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the difference between hydrostatics and hydrodynamics?
Hydrostatics deals with only compressible fluids, while hydrodynamics deals with only incompressible fluids.
Hydrostatics studies fluid at rest, while hydrodynamics studies fluid in motion
Hydrostatics focuses on turbulent flow, while hydrodynamics focuses on laminar flow.
Hydrostatics ignores pressure effects, while hydrodynamics considers them.
Correct answer
Hydrostatics deals with only compressible fluids, while hydrodynamics deals with only incompressible fluids.
Which type of chemical is typically used in chemical rebar anchoring?
Cement slurry
Epoxy resin
Lime mortar
Acrylic paint
Correct answer
Cement slurry
If Av is the area of voids in cross-section and A is the total area of cross-section, the relation between seepage velocity (vs ) and superficial velocity (v) is correctly represented as:
vs = AvAv
vs = Avv/A
v = AvsAv
v = Avvs/A
Correct answer
vs = AvAv
In a traverse survey, if the direction of the progress of the survey is ________, then the angles measured in the clockwise direction are directly the _______ angles.
counterclockwise; excluded
counterclockwise; included
clockwise; excluded
clockwise; included
1 and 4
2 and 3
1 and 3
2 and 4
Correct answer
1 and 4
What is the primary difference between a lift and an elevator in building terminology?
There is no functional difference.
Lifts are vertical; elevators are inclined
Lifts are for goods; elevators are for passengers.
Lifts are manual; elevators are automatic.
Correct answer
There is no functional difference.
Which of the following factors does NOT affect the moment of inertia of a plane lamina?
The axis about which it is rotating
The angular velocity of rotation
The shape and size of the body
The mass of the body
Correct answer
The axis about which it is rotating
According to the Parallelogram Law of Forces, the resultant of two forces acting at an angle to each other is represented by:
the perpendicular bisector of the two forces
the difference of their magnitudes
the sum of their magnitudes
the diagonal of the parallelogram formed by the two forces
Correct answer
the perpendicular bisector of the two forces
The combined effects of the earth's curvature and refraction is eliminated in __________.
longitudinal sectioning
profile levelling
cross sectioning
reciprocal levelling
Correct answer
longitudinal sectioning
Which structural element is placed directly above a window to bear the load of the wall above?
Lintel
Cornice
Chejja
Sill
Correct answer
Lintel
What is the plaster finish, in which ornamental patterns or textured surfaces are made on the final coat of plaster using suitable tools, called?
Smooth cast finish
Rough cast finish
Spatter dash finish
Textured finish
Correct answer
Smooth cast finish
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