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JKSSB Draftsman Civil 13 Oct 2021 Official Paper (Previous Year Paper)

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1

CPU in a computer stands for:

  1. ((a))

    Centre Processor Use case

  2. ((b))

    Control Processor Use case

  3. ((c))

    Control Processor Unit

  4. ((d))

    Central Processing Unit

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Answer: ((a))

Centre Processor Use case

2

Bond is easy to obtain in which of the following types of masonry?

  1. ((a))

    Brick masonry

  2. ((b))

    Stone masonry

  3. ((c))

    Rubble masonry

  4. ((d))

    Ashlar masonry

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Answer: ((a))

Brick masonry

3

The line that is not parallel to any plane of projection is called ___________ surface.

  1. ((a))

    covered 

  2. ((b))

    oblique

  3. ((c))

    hidden 

  4. ((d))

    curved 

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Answer: ((a))

covered 

4

In the preparation of clay for manufacturing of a good brick, what is the height of heap of clay?

  1. ((a))

    60 cm to 120 cm

  2. ((b))

    30 m to 45 m

  3. ((c))

    60 m to 120 m

  4. ((d))

    50 cm to 100 cm 

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Answer: ((a))

60 cm to 120 cm

5

Gunite is a mixture of following ingredients:

  1. ((a))

    1 cement : 3 sand mix

  2. ((b))

    4 cement : 1 sand mix

  3. ((c))

    2 cement : 1 sand mix

  4. ((d))

    3 cement : 1 sand mix

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Answer: ((a))

1 cement : 3 sand mix

6

When the magnetic needle points north direction, the reading under the prism should be: 

  1. ((a))

    270

  2. ((b))

    90

  3. ((c))

    0

  4. ((d))

    180

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Answer: ((a))

270

7

Weakest bond in brick masonry wall is:

  1. ((a))

    Flemish bond 

  2. ((b))

    English bond

  3. ((c))

    Double English bond

  4. ((d))

    Double Flemish bond

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Answer: ((a))

Flemish bond 

8

In-plane tabling, the instrument used to measure vertical and horizontal distances directly, is known as:

  1. ((a))

    Plane alidade

  2. ((b))

    Tacheometer

  3. ((c))

    Clinometer

  4. ((d))

    Telescopic alidade

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Answer: ((a))

Plane alidade

9

Which of the following is an example of personal safety?

  1. ((a))

    Don’t touch or handle any equipment /machine unless authorized to do so. 

  2. ((b))

    Know everything about the machine before you start it.

  3. ((c))

    Do not attempt operating the machine until you know how to operate it properly. 

  4. ((d))

    Wear safety shoes or boots or belt. 

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Answer: ((a))

Don’t touch or handle any equipment /machine unless authorized to do so. 

10

Lime terracing is provided with how much slope to drain off rainwater from roof to gutters?

  1. ((a))

    1:60 to 1:100 

  2. ((b))

    1:10 to 1:20

  3. ((c))

    1:6 to 1:10

  4. ((d))

    1:20 to 1:60

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Answer: ((a))

1:60 to 1:100 

11

The second 20 year development plan conference was held in which city? 

  1. ((a))

    Lucknow

  2. ((b))

    Nagpur

  3. ((c))

    Delhi

  4. ((d))

    Bombay

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Answer: ((a))

Lucknow

12

Which of the following commands is used for closing the active window?

  1. ((a))

    Alt + F4

  2. ((b))

    Alt + F1

  3. ((c))

    Shift + F4

  4. ((d))

    Ctrl + F4

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Answer: ((a))

Alt + F4

13

Cylinder and bushing as an object in projection have how many views?

  1. ((a))

    One

  2. ((b))

    Five

  3. ((c))

    Two

  4. ((d))

    Three

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Answer: ((a))

One

14

The current Highway development works in India are undertaken by :

  1. ((a))

    NHDP

  2. ((b))

    Government of India

  3. ((c))

    NHAI

  4. ((d))

    CRRI

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Answer: ((a))

NHDP

15

Which factors are improved in drawing lettering?

  1. ((a))

    Systematic and real 

  2. ((b))

    Workable and ornamental 

  3. ((c))

    Appearance and legibility 

  4. ((d))

    Aesthetic and reliability

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Answer: ((a))

Systematic and real 

16

In four quadrants, the planes of projection are extended beyond the line of intersection and the four right angles are obtained in this way is called __________ angle.

  1. ((a))

    obtuse 

  2. ((b))

    reflex 

  3. ((c))

    complete 

  4. ((d))

    dihedral

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Answer: ((a))

obtuse 

17

Which of the following canals is not classified based on alignment of the canal?

  1. ((a))

    Watershed or ridge canal

  2. ((b))

    Side slope canal 

  3. ((c))

    Main canal

  4. ((d))

    Contour canal 

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Answer: ((a))

Watershed or ridge canal

18

When was the first modern Planimeter built? 

  1. ((a))

    1800

  2. ((b))

    1854

  3. ((c))

    1909

  4. ((d))

    1887

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Answer: ((a))

1800

19

What special attention is required in Centre Line method?

  1. ((a))

    For each junction meeting points of cross walls with main walls, one breadth of item is to be deducted from the centre line length

  2. ((b))

    For each junction meeting points of cross walls with main walls, one breadth of item is to be added to the centre line length

  3. ((c))

    For each junction meeting points of cross walls with main walls, half breadth of item is to be deducted from the centre line length

  4. ((d))

    For each junction meeting points of cross walls with main walls, half breadth of item is to be added to the centre line length

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Answer: ((a))

For each junction meeting points of cross walls with main walls, one breadth of item is to be deducted from the centre line length

20

In a riveted joint minimum pitch should not be:

  1. ((a))

    More than 200 mm

  2. ((b))

    Less than 2.5 times the gross diameter

  3. ((c))

    More than 2.5 times the gross diameter

  4. ((d))

    Less than 200 mm

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Answer: ((a))

More than 200 mm

21

The clay used for making stoneware consists of:

  1. ((a))

    25% Silica and 75% Alumina

  2. ((b))

    75% Silica and 25% Alumina

  3. ((c))

    80% Silica and 10% Alumina

  4. ((d))

    10% Silica and 80% Alumina

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Answer: ((a))

25% Silica and 75% Alumina

22

A simple way of achieving a '3-D' appearance using 2-D drawing methods is called

  1. ((a))

    geo rendering

  2. ((b))

    isoplexic

  3. ((c))

    render

  4. ((d))

    isometric

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Answer: ((a))

geo rendering

23

What is the size of ballast used in points and crossings under the Indian railways?

  1. ((a))

    10 mm

  2. ((b))

    40 mm

  3. ((c))

    25 mm

  4. ((d))

    5 mm

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Answer: ((a))

10 mm

24

Standard schedules of rates of the _________ are to be considered for estimation. 

  1. ((a))

    average of last 10 years

  2. ((b))

    average of last 15 years

  3. ((c))

    average of last 5 years

  4. ((d))

    current year

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Answer: ((a))

average of last 10 years

25

Which type of levelling is best suitable to determine the accurate relative elevations of two widely separated invisible points? 

  1. ((a))

    Reciprocal levelling

  2. ((b))

    Check levelling

  3. ((c))

    Differential levelling

  4. ((d))

    Fly levelling

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Answer: ((a))

Reciprocal levelling

26

Plane table is a ___________ method of surveying.

  1. ((a))

    Mathmetical

  2. ((b))

    None of these

  3. ((c))

    Analytical

  4. ((d))

    Graphical

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Answer: ((a))

Mathmetical

27

When there is excess water flow in the river, the water can be stored for later irrigation through ___________.

  1. ((a))

    basin headworks

  2. ((b))

    canal

  3. ((c))

    channel headworks

  4. ((d))

    storage headworks

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Answer: ((a))

basin headworks

28

The time period from the instant of first watering to the instant of the last watering for a given crop is called: 

  1. ((a))

    Duty

  2. ((b))

    Base period

  3. ((c))

    Consumptive use

  4. ((d))

    Crop period

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Answer: ((a))

Duty

29

Crops coinciding mostly with the south-western monsoon are called __________. 

  1. ((a))

    Rabi and Zaid  

  2. ((b))

    Zaid

  3. ((c))

    Kharif

  4. ((d))

    Rabi

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Answer: ((a))

Rabi and Zaid  

30

As per BIS, what is the correct formula applicable for lettering A and B?

  1. ((a))

    Lettering A (d=h/14) and B (d=h/14) 

  2. ((b))

    Lettering A (d=h/10) and B (d=h/12)

  3. ((c))

    Lettering A (d=h/12) and B (d=h/10)

  4. ((d))

    Lettering A (d=h/14) and B (d=h/10) 

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Answer: ((a))

Lettering A (d=h/14) and B (d=h/14) 

31

_______ is the simplest form of joint.

  1. ((a))

    Lapped joint

  2. ((b))

    Widening joint

  3. ((c))

    Oblique joint

  4. ((d))

    Framing joint  

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Answer: ((a))

Lapped joint

32

What is the minimum height of the Mezzanine floor?

  1. ((a))

    1.2 m

  2. ((b))

    2.2 m

  3. ((c))

    4.2 m

  4. ((d))

    3.2 m

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Answer: ((a))

1.2 m

33

Isometric projection is the types of ___________ projections.

  1. ((a))

    orthographic 

  2. ((b))

    stereographic

  3. ((c))

    omnimax 

  4. ((d))

    pictorial

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Answer: ((a))

orthographic 

34

The east - west corridor of national highway connects which of the following cities ?

  1. ((a))

    Kolkata - Vadodara

  2. ((b))

    Bombay - Madras

  3. ((c))

    Delhi - Bombay

  4. ((d))

    Porbandar - Silichar

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Answer: ((a))

Kolkata - Vadodara

35

The other floors of each storey about the ground level are known as the ___________

  1. ((a))

    Roofing

  2. ((b))

    Lower floor

  3. ((c))

    Roof Floor

  4. ((d))

    Upper floor

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Answer: ((a))

Roofing

36

What is the fundamental principle of surveying?

  1. ((a))

    Ignore the whole just work on the parts

  2. ((b))

    Work from whole to the part 

  3. ((c))

    Ignore the parts just work overall

  4. ((d))

    Work from part to the whole

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Answer: ((a))

Ignore the whole just work on the parts

37

Which direction aspect is best suitable for Gallery or Verandah?

  1. ((a))

    North or North-East

  2. ((b))

    South or South-East

  3. ((c))

    North or North-West

  4. ((d))

    West or South-West

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Answer: ((a))

North or North-East

38

A good blast with a good yield is obtained if the cut hole is :

  1. ((a))

    Normal to face 

  2. ((b))

    Inclined at 15° to face

  3. ((c))

    Inclined at 45° to face

  4. ((d))

    Inclined at 35° to face

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Answer: ((a))

Normal to face 

39

Parallelogram bars are the basic part of which instrument? 

  1. ((a))

    Drafting board 

  2. ((b))

    Protractor

  3. ((c))

    Drafting chair

  4. ((d))

    Mini drafter

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Answer: ((a))

Drafting board 

40

How the rate of item of work is related to quantity of material required? 

  1. ((a))

    For small work small quantity of material is required which can be purchased at cheaper rate.

  2. ((b))

    For large work large quantity of material is required which can be purchased at costlier rate.

  3. ((c))

    There is no relation between rate of work and quantity of work.

  4. ((d))

    For large work large quantity of material is required which can be purchased at cheaper rate.

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Answer: ((a))

For small work small quantity of material is required which can be purchased at cheaper rate.

41

While folding of prints, how title block needs to be placed?

  1. ((a))

    The title block of all the folded prints appears in topmost position and visible on top after folding

  2. ((b))

    The title block of all the folded prints appears in bottommost position and visible on bottom after folding

  3. ((c))

    The title block of all the folded prints appears in topmost position and visible on bottom after folding

  4. ((d))

    The title block of all the folded prints appears in bottommost position and visible on top after folding

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Answer: ((a))

The title block of all the folded prints appears in topmost position and visible on top after folding

42

__________ refers to the whole period of cultivation from the time when irrigation water is first issued for preparation of the ground for planting the crop, to its last watering before harvesting. 

  1. ((a))

    Irrigation Period

  2. ((b))

    Duty Period

  3. ((c))

    Base Period

  4. ((d))

    Delta Period

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Answer: ((a))

Irrigation Period

43

What should be the minimum floor area in sq.m. for bathroom cum water closet?

  1. ((a))

    2.4

  2. ((b))

    1.8

  3. ((c))

    1.2

  4. ((d))

    2.8

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Answer: ((a))

2.4

44

Which of the following commands is used for making a polyline in the AutoCAD drawing? 

  1. ((a))

    POL

  2. ((b))

    PL

  3. ((c))

    POLY

  4. ((d))

    P

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

POL

45

Which of the following lengthening joint types is used for rough and temporary structure such as scaffolding?

  1. ((a))

    Fished joint

  2. ((b))

    Tabled joint

  3. ((c))

    Scarified joint

  4. ((d))

    Lapped joint

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Answer: ((a))

Fished joint

46

Which window provides free passage of air and sufficient light even when closed?

  1. ((a))

    Double hung window

  2. ((b))

    Sliding window

  3. ((c))

    Louvered window

  4. ((d))

    Pivoted window

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Double hung window

47

The inclination of the slope of inclined lettering in single stroke letter with respect to horizontal is _________.

  1. ((a))

    75°

  2. ((b))

    35°

  3. ((c))

    55°

  4. ((d))

    95°

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Answer: ((a))

75°

48

Which one of the following is used as extra rail to prevent derailment?

  1. ((a))

    Stock rail

  2. ((b))

    Guard rail

  3. ((c))

    Tongue rail

  4. ((d))

    Wing rail 

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Answer: ((a))

Stock rail

49

_____ is required for preliminary studies of various aspects of a work project.

  1. ((a))

    Plinth area estimate

  2. ((b))

    Supplementry estimate

  3. ((c))

    Abstract estimate 

  4. ((d))

    Revised estimate

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Answer: ((a))

Plinth area estimate

50

Which of the following is not the ARRAY type in AutoCAD?

  1. ((a))

    Polar

  2. ((b))

    Path

  3. ((c))

    Circular

  4. ((d))

    Rectangular

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Answer: ((a))

Polar

51

What is the recommended height of a lower case having no Stem and Tail?

  1. ((a))

    2.5, 3.5, 5, 7, 10 and 14 mm

  2. ((b))

    1.5, 2.5, 5, 7, 9 and 10 mm

  3. ((c))

    2.5, 5.5, 5, 7, 9 and 10 mm

  4. ((d))

    1.5, 3.5, 5, 7, 10 and 12 mm

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Answer: ((a))

2.5, 3.5, 5, 7, 10 and 14 mm

52

When a protractor is not available then which scale is used to set out or measure angles?

  1. ((a))

    Scales of chords

  2. ((b))

    Plain scales

  3. ((c))

    Circular vernier

  4. ((d))

    Comparative scales

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Answer: ((a))

Scales of chords

53

A diagonal tension reinforcement is provided in a beam as:

  1. ((a))

    90° bend at the bend of main bars 

  2. ((b))

    Transverse reinforcement

  3. ((c))

    Bent up bars

  4. ((d))

    Longitudinal bars

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Answer: ((a))

90° bend at the bend of main bars 

54

Inner and outer curve of arch is called:

  1. ((a))

    Voussoirs, Springer respectively

  2. ((b))

    Crown, Intrados respectively

  3. ((c))

    Springer, Crown respectively

  4. ((d))

    Intrados, Extrados respectively

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Answer: ((a))

Voussoirs, Springer respectively

55

The designation of scale recommended by BIS for reduction scale is __________. 

  1. ((a))

    1 ∶ 1

  2. ((b))

    1 ∶ X

  3. ((c))

    1 ∶ 5

  4. ((d))

    X ∶ 1

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Answer: ((a))

1 ∶ 1

56

In case of syphon aqueduct, the H.F.L of the drain is:

  1. ((a))

    Lower than the underside of the trough carrying drainage water

  2. ((b))

    In level with the canal bed

  3. ((c))

    In level with the drainage trough

  4. ((d))

    Much higher above the canal bed

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Answer: ((a))

Lower than the underside of the trough carrying drainage water

57

Which perspective projection is generally used to present the interior details of a room, interior features of various components?

  1. ((a))

    Two point

  2. ((b))

    Four point

  3. ((c))

    Single point

  4. ((d))

    Three point

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Answer: ((a))

Two point

58

Colouring commences in which sequential order out of the following options?

  1. ((a))

    From the bottom left-hand corner of the surface working from left to right and upwards

  2. ((b))

    From the top right-hand corner of the surface working from right to left and down wards

  3. ((c))

    From the bottom right-hand corner of the surface working from right to left and upwards

  4. ((d))

    From the top left-hand corner of the surface working from left to right and down wards

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Answer: ((a))

From the bottom left-hand corner of the surface working from left to right and upwards

59

Spread foundation is a type of :

  1. ((a))

    Shallow foundation

  2. ((b))

    Pile foundation

  3. ((c))

    Raft foundation 

  4. ((d))

    Depth foundation

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Answer: ((a))

Shallow foundation

60

The process of kneading brick earth is called: 

  1. ((a))

    Pugging

  2. ((b))

    Blending

  3. ((c))

    Ramming

  4. ((d))

    Tamping

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Answer: ((a))

Pugging

61

Electric wires for building electric systems are usually made of ________. 

  1. ((a))

    tin

  2. ((b))

    steel

  3. ((c))

    copper

  4. ((d))

    iron

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Answer: ((a))

tin

62

The highest point of the extrados is called:

  1. ((a))

    Voussoirs

  2. ((b))

    Springer

  3. ((c))

    Intrados

  4. ((d))

    Crown

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Answer: ((a))

Voussoirs

63

The main rail to which the tongue rail fits is called ______ rail. 

  1. ((a))

    Tongue 

  2. ((b))

    Wing

  3. ((c))

    Stock

  4. ((d))

    flange

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Tongue 

64

Which of the following commands represents the icon shown in given figure?

  1. ((a))

    Offset

  2. ((b))

    Trim

  3. ((c))

    Line

  4. ((d))

    Move

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Answer: ((a))

Offset

65

As per Khosla’s theory, the exit gradient of surface flow depends upon:

  1. ((a))

    Temperature of water

  2. ((b))

    Width/depth ratio

  3. ((c))

    Viscosity of water

  4. ((d))

    Surface of cut-off falls

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Answer: ((a))

Temperature of water

66

Which of the following processes is the most commonly used for setting the tangent?

  1. ((a))

    Rankines method

  2. ((b))

    Two theodolite method

  3. ((c))

    Trial and error method

  4. ((d))

    Tachometer method

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rankines method

67

You are not constrained by the XY plane when you ________ through a model.

  1. ((a))

    rotate 

  2. ((b))

    fly

  3. ((c))

    move forward

  4. ((d))

    walk

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Answer: ((a))

rotate 

68

What shall be the thickness of the vertical damp proof course of cement plaster (1:3)? 

  1. ((a))

    20 mm

  2. ((b))

    40 mm

  3. ((c))

    4 mm

  4. ((d))

    80 mm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20 mm

69

Which type of compass can be used without a tripod?

  1. ((a))

    Optical square

  2. ((b))

    Prism square

  3. ((c))

    Surveyor compass

  4. ((d))

    Prismatic compass

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Answer: ((a))

Optical square

70

1 tonne is equal to: 

  1. ((a))

    10 Kg

  2. ((b))

    2000 Kg

  3. ((c))

    1000 Kg 

  4. ((d))

    100 Kg

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Answer: ((a))

10 Kg

71

What does Ctrl-Break do?

  1. ((a))

    It will stop the execution of the current program

  2. ((b))

    It will shut down the computer

  3. ((c))

    It will format the hard drive

  4. ((d))

    It will reboot the computer

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

It will stop the execution of the current program

72

The "Dir" Command is used to:

  1. ((a))

    Delete the directory

  2. ((b))

    Display a list of files and folders

  3. ((c))

    Open the directory

  4. ((d))

    Clear the directory

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Answer: ((a))

Delete the directory

73

Which of the following formworks consists of rows of the vertical post which carry small wooden beams at their tops?

  1. ((a))

    RCC slab

  2. ((b))

    RCC beam

  3. ((c))

    RCC floors

  4. ((d))

    RCC column

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

RCC slab

74

The outer projection on the tread of a stair is : 

  1. ((a))

    Bulge

  2. ((b))

    Nosing 

  3. ((c))

    Going  

  4. ((d))

    Out crop  

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Answer: ((a))

Bulge

75

The level up to which the reservoir should be full of water is termed as:

  1. ((a))

    Pool level 

  2. ((b))

    Surface level

  3. ((c))

    High level

  4. ((d))

    Maximum level

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pool level 

76

What is the recommended size (height h) of letters/numerals of "Sub Titles"?

  1. ((a))

    5 mm, 7 mm

  2. ((b))

    5.5 mm, 5 mm

  3. ((c))

    3.5 mm, 5 mm 

  4. ((d))

    2.5 mm, 3.5 mm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5 mm, 7 mm

77

Which door is recommended when privacy combined with natural ventilation is desired? 

  1. ((a))

    Collapsible steel door

  2. ((b))

    Louvered door

  3. ((c))

    Revolving door

  4. ((d))

    Rolling steel shutter door 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Collapsible steel door

78

According to IS Code, a good aggregate should not be: 

  1. ((a))

    Chemically inert

  2. ((b))

    Organic

  3. ((c))

    Sufficiently hard and durable

  4. ((d))

    Sufficiently strong

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Answer: ((a))

Chemically inert

79

Bituminous macadam construction is a type of:

  1. ((a))

    Grouted construction

  2. ((b))

    Interface treatment

  3. ((c))

    Surface dressing

  4. ((d))

    Premix

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Answer: ((a))

Grouted construction

80

What happens to the roughness of the wall with plaster coating?

  1. ((a))

    It makes the plaster bond better.

  2. ((b))

    It can cause cracking later.

  3. ((c))

    It makes the plaster loose. 

  4. ((d))

    It does not make any difference if the wall is clean. 

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Answer: ((a))

It makes the plaster bond better.

81

Indian Standard IS 8043-1991 and IS 6909-1990 stand for which type of cement?

  1. ((a))

    Portland slag cement and High alumina cement

  2. ((b))

    Super sulphated cement and Rapid hardening cement

  3. ((c))

    Hydrophobic cement and Super sulphated cement

  4. ((d))

    White Portland cement and Hydrophobic cement 

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Answer: ((a))

Portland slag cement and High alumina cement

82

Which type of mechanical pencil draws construction lines, dimension lines and center lines?

  1. ((a))

    HB

  2. ((b))

    2HB

  3. ((c))

    H

  4. ((d))

    2H

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Answer: ((a))

HB

83

What is the formula of the length of the scale?

  1. ((a))

    Length of scale= R.F x minimum length required to be measured

  2. ((b))

    Length of scale= R.F x equal to the length to be measured

  3. ((c))

    Length of scale= R.F x Actual length of the object 

  4. ((d))

    Length of scale= R.F x maximum length required to be measured

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Answer: ((a))

Length of scale= R.F x minimum length required to be measured

84

Which of the following is used for skinning the insulation of cables and cleaning the wire surface?

  1. ((a))

    Electrician’s Knife (Double blade) 

  2. ((b))

    Neon tester BIS 5579 -1985

  3. ((c))

    Hammer ball Pein

  4. ((d))

    Screwdriver BIS 844

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Answer: ((a))

Electrician’s Knife (Double blade) 

85

Porous Terracotta is used for:

  1. ((a))

    Sound Insulation

  2. ((b))

    Sanitary Wares

  3. ((c))

    Containers

  4. ((d))

    Wash basins

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Answer: ((a))

Sound Insulation

86

In a riveted joints, when the number of rivets decrease from the innermost to outermost row, the joint is said to be: 

  1. ((a))

    Diamond rivetted

  2. ((b))

    Chain rivetted

  3. ((c))

    Zig - Zag rivetted 

  4. ((d))

    None of these

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Answer: ((a))

Diamond rivetted

87

In which type of foundations, the length is cosiderably greater than its width?

  1. ((a))

    Footing

  2. ((b))

    Pile foundation

  3. ((c))

    Raft foundation

  4. ((d))

    Strip foundation

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Answer: ((a))

Footing

88

Which one of the following methods of taking out quantities is most commonly used in India?

  1. ((a))

    P.W.D. method

  2. ((b))

    English method

  3. ((c))

    W.R.D. method

  4. ((d))

    I.R.C. method

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Answer: ((a))

P.W.D. method

89

Which of the following departments issues Eco mark certificate?

  1. ((a))

    Bureau of Indian Standards

  2. ((b))

    Ministry of Environment

  3. ((c))

    Ministry of Commerce

  4. ((d))

    Ministry of Consumer Affairs

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Answer: ((a))

Bureau of Indian Standards

90

Which of the following is not a Deck slab buttress dam?

  1. ((a))

    Fixed Deck Slab

  2. ((b))

    Free Deck Slab

  3. ((c))

    Cantilever Type

  4. ((d))

    Double Beam Type

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Answer: ((a))

Fixed Deck Slab

91

Scales used to represent objects such as large machine parts and buildings are called _________ scales.

  1. ((a))

    diagonal 

  2. ((b))

    full size 

  3. ((c))

    reducing

  4. ((d))

    enlarging

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Answer: ((a))

diagonal 

92

Substructure at the ends of a bridge span is called: 

  1. ((a))

    Sub Structure

  2. ((b))

    Span

  3. ((c))

    Superstructure

  4. ((d))

    Abutment 

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Answer: ((a))

Sub Structure

93

What is the range of permissible error in chain length of every 20 m chain?

  1. ((a))

    -10 to 10 mm

  2. ((b))

    -2 to 2 mm

  3. ((c))

    -20 to 20 mm

  4. ((d))

    -5 to 5 mm

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Answer: ((a))

-10 to 10 mm

94

The exterior angle between outer faces of wall, is known as:

  1. ((a))

    Turn

  2. ((b))

    Quion

  3. ((c))

    None of these

  4. ((d))

    Junction

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Answer: ((a))

Turn

95

While turning on the computer it will check the files:

  1. ((a))

    Command.com, io.sys, msdos.sys

  2. ((b))

    Chkdsk.exe

  3. ((c))

    Command.com, dir.com, date.com

  4. ((d))

    Command.com, date.com, io.sys

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Answer: ((a))

Command.com, io.sys, msdos.sys

96

Which of the following drawings is an axonometric and has three axis that are divided in equal angles?

  1. ((a))

    Dimetric

  2. ((b))

    Isometric 

  3. ((c))

    Trimetric

  4. ((d))

    Orthographic

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Answer: ((a))

Dimetric

97

How many kgs of bitumen will be required for the vertical damp proof course on 10 sq.m. area?

  1. ((a))

    165

  2. ((b))

    16.5

  3. ((c))

    1.65

  4. ((d))

    33

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Answer: ((a))

165

98

If the degree of workability of concrete is MEDIUM then the value of slump is:

  1. ((a))

    75 - 100 mm

  2. ((b))

    25 - 75 mm

  3. ((c))

    50 - 100 mm

  4. ((d))

    25 - 50 mm

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Answer: ((a))

75 - 100 mm

99

To obtain ceramic/polished terracotta, the articles are burnt at a lower temperature. This first burning is known as: 

  1. ((a))

    Glazing

  2. ((b))

    Biscuiting 

  3. ((c))

    Porcelain

  4. ((d))

    Enamelling 

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Answer: ((a))

Glazing

100

What is the general application of line shown below? 

  1. ((a))

    Cutting planes

  2. ((b))

    Hidden edges 

  3. ((c))

    Extension

  4. ((d))

    Projection

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Answer: ((a))

Cutting planes

101

In building modelling, WCS stands for:

  1. ((a))

    Wide co-ordinate system

  2. ((b))

    Western co-ordinate system

  3. ((c))

    Wrong co-ordinate system

  4. ((d))

    World coordinate system

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Answer: ((a))

Wide co-ordinate system

102

Choose the correct sequence on the basis of size of units for (TB: Terabyte, GB: Gigabyte, MB: Megabyte, KB: Kilobyte).

  1. ((a))

    TB > MB > GB > KB

  2. ((b))

    KB > MB > GB >TB

  3. ((c))

    TB > GB > KB > MB

  4. ((d))

    TB > GB > MB > KB

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Answer: ((a))

TB > MB > GB > KB

103

Composite dams are a combination of __________ and ___________ dams. 

  1. ((a))

    buttress, embankment 

  2. ((b))

    concrete, embankment

  3. ((c))

    concrete, buttress

  4. ((d))

    gravity, buttress 

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Answer: ((a))

buttress, embankment 

104

Multiple arch dam comes in the category of: 

  1. ((a))

    Overflow dam

  2. ((b))

    Arch dam

  3. ((c))

    Buttress dams

  4. ((d))

    Coffer dam

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Answer: ((a))

Overflow dam

105

Which of the following is used as relieving arches over wooden lintel?

  1. ((a))

    Concrete arch

  2. ((b))

    Brick arch

  3. ((c))

    Ashlar arch

  4. ((d))

    Rubble masonry arch 

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Answer: ((a))

Concrete arch

106

Which of the following is the effect of slope of roof truss?

  1. ((a))

    Flatter the slope greater are effect of rain leakage while steeper the slope lesser are effect of wind action. 

  2. ((b))

    Flatter the slope lesser are effect of rain leakage while steeper the slope greater are effect of wind action.

  3. ((c))

    Flatter the slope lesser are effect of rain leakage while steeper the slope lesser are effect of wind action.

  4. ((d))

    Flatter the slope greater are effect of rain leakage while steeper the slope greater are effect of wind action.

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Answer: ((a))

Flatter the slope greater are effect of rain leakage while steeper the slope lesser are effect of wind action. 

107

Which of the following stair types is light in weight?

  1. ((a))

    Brick

  2. ((b))

    Stone

  3. ((c))

    RCC

  4. ((d))

    Wooden

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Answer: ((a))

Brick

108

How is Single point perspective different than other types?

  1. ((a))

    The three mutually perpendicular principal faces of the object viewed, are inclined to the picture plane.

  2. ((b))

    The principal face of the object viewed, is parallel to the picture plane.

  3. ((c))

    The principal face of the object viewed, is perpendicular to the picture plane.

  4. ((d))

    The two principal faces of the object viewed, are inclined to the picture plane. 

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Answer: ((a))

The three mutually perpendicular principal faces of the object viewed, are inclined to the picture plane.

109

________ is the simplest instrument used for setting out perpendicular i.e. taking offsets from a chain line. 

  1. ((a))

    Surveyors Chain

  2. ((b))

    Prismatic Compass 

  3. ((c))

    Theodolite

  4. ((d))

    Cross Staff

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Answer: ((a))

Surveyors Chain

110

Removal of soluble material by the passage of water through the soil is called __________.

  1. ((a))

    adsorption

  2. ((b))

    leaching

  3. ((c))

    percolation

  4. ((d))

    absorbtion

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Answer: ((a))

adsorption

111

A dam constructed of concrete and/or masonry, which relies on its weight and internal strength for stability is called _________ dam.

  1. ((a))

    ricochet 

  2. ((b))

    gravity

  3. ((c))

    stability  

  4. ((d))

    earthen

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Answer: ((a))

ricochet 

112

What is flight of a stair?

  1. ((a))

    Flight of a stair is a series of steps with one platform or landing or break in their direction. 

  2. ((b))

    Flight of a stair is a series of steps without any platform or landing or break in their direction.

  3. ((c))

    Flight of a stair is a series of steps with three platforms or landings or breaks in their direction.

  4. ((d))

    Flight of a stair is a series of steps with two platforms or landings or breaks in their direction.

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Answer: ((a))

Flight of a stair is a series of steps with one platform or landing or break in their direction. 

113

______ are used to fix rails to wooden sleepers.

  1. ((a))

    Fasteners

  2. ((b))

    Rivets

  3. ((c))

    Nails

  4. ((d))

    Spikes

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Answer: ((a))

Fasteners

114

What is the full form of SOR? 

  1. ((a))

    Schematic Overflow Rate

  2. ((b))

    Schedule of Rate

  3. ((c))

    Sequence of Rate

  4. ((d))

    Systematic Overflow Rate

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Answer: ((a))

Schematic Overflow Rate

115

The ratio of height to width 10:6 is used for ___________.

  1. ((a))

    capital letters

  2. ((b))

    numerals

  3. ((c))

    spacing

  4. ((d))

    lower case letters

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Answer: ((a))

capital letters

116

In king post truss ____________ prevent the purlins from tilting.

  1. ((a))

    Purlins

  2. ((b))

    Pole plates

  3. ((c))

    Cleats

  4. ((d))

    Rafters

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Answer: ((a))

Purlins

117

_______ is the composition of good brick Earth and also harmful ingredients of it. 

  1. ((a))

    Iron pyrites

  2. ((b))

    Alkalis

  3. ((c))

    Lime

  4. ((d))

    Oxides of iron

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Answer: ((a))

Iron pyrites

118

IS: 4745 -1968 is followed to design which type of canal? 

  1. ((a))

    Non–alluvial canal

  2. ((b))

    Unlined canal

  3. ((c))

    Lined canal

  4. ((d))

    Alluvial canal

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Answer: ((a))

Non–alluvial canal

119

_____ is a method of orientation employed when the table occupies a position not yet located on the drawing sheet.

  1. ((a))

    Traverse

  2. ((b))

    Radiation

  3. ((c))

    Intersection 

  4. ((d))

    Resection

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Answer: ((a))

Traverse

120

The construction of engineering drawing means line, line segments, points, planes, circles, and polygons by using a compass and straight edge called:

  1. ((a))

    Architecture drawing

  2. ((b))

    Geometric construction

  3. ((c))

    Structural drawing construction

  4. ((d))

    Infrastructural construction

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Answer: ((a))

Architecture drawing

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