G+1 SAMPLE TEST

1) According to the Dubai Building Code, what is the recommended design life for temporary
structures?
* Temporary structures are recommended to have a design life of 10 years .
2) What is the design life range specified for replaceable structural parts, such as bearings and
gantry, in the Dubai Building Code?
* Replaceable structural parts, like bearings and gantries, are recommended to have a design
life of 10 to 25 years.
3) What is the recommended design life for agricultural and similar structures according to the
Dubai Building Code?
* Agricultural and similar structures are recommended to have a design life of 15 to 30 years.
4) What is the recommended design life for standard buildings according to the Dubai Building
Code?
* Standard buildings are recommended to have a design life of 50 years.
5) Which of the following structure types is recommended to have a design life of 100 years
according to the Dubai Building Code?
* Special structures, such as buildings higher than 300 meters, monumental buildings, or
structures designated as essential for the community, are recommended to have a design life
of 100 years.
6) Which of the following is the minimum thickness required for steel plates used in built-up
sections according to the Dubai Building Code?
* The Dubai Building Code specifies that the minimum thickness for steel plates used in built-up
sections should be 6 mm.
7) What is the required extension of un-tensioned reinforcement bars beyond the column or shear
cap face for integrity reinforcement?
* Un-tensioned reinforcement bars passing through the column shall extend beyond the column
or shear cap face by a minimum distance equal to or greater than the bar development length.
8) Immediately after force transfer, what is the maximum stress allowed for tendons at
anchorages, points, and couplers?
* After force transfer, the tendons shall have a maximum stress of 0.70 fpu at anchorages,
points, and couplers.
9) According to the guidelines, what is the maximum allowable jacking stress for post-tension
elements?
* The maximum jacking stress for post-tension elements shall be the lesser of 0.80 fpu or the
maximum jacking stress recommended by the system supplier.
10) What is the degree of static indeterminacy of a simply supported beam with a single hinge
support?
* A simply supported beam is supported by a hinge support on one end and a roller support on
the other. The total number of support reactions is 3,
so the degree of static indeterminacy is 3 - 3 = 0.
11) In a statically determinate structure, the number of unknown reactions is equal to:
* In a statically determinate structure, the number of unknown reaction forces is equal to the
number of independent equilibrium equations available (typically three for a planar structure:
ΣFx = 0, ΣFy = 0, ΣM = 0).
12) In the analysis of trusses, the method of joints is based on:
* The method of joints is based on the principle that each joint in the truss must be in
equilibrium under the action of the forces in the connected members and any external loads
applied at the joint.
13) What is the primary consideration for drift and deformation analysis in multi-story buildings as
per the Dubai Building Code?
* The Dubai Building Code requires the assessment of drift and deformation in multi-story
buildings considering various factors including elastic shortening, creep, shrinkage of concrete,
foundation settlements, and construction stages .
14) Which standard should be used for computing cracked section properties for non-linear
response history analysis?
* The Dubai Building Code specifies that cracked section properties for non-linear response
history analysis should be computed in accordance with Appendix A of ACI 318-19 .
15) What should be the maximum stress in post-tensioned tendons immediately after force
transfer, as per the Dubai Building Code?
* The Dubai Building Code states that immediately after force transfer, the tendons in post-
tensioned concrete should have a maximum stress of 0.70 fpu at anchorages, points, and
couplers .
16) In the analysis of a continuous beam, the points where the bending moment changes sign are
known as:
* In a continuous beam, points of contraflexure are locations where the bending moment
changes sign (from positive to negative or vice versa). At these points, the bending moment is
zero, and the beam changes from sagging to hogging or vice versa.
17) A propped cantilever beam is subjected to a uniform load. The vertical reaction at the propped
support is:
* n a propped cantilever beam, the vertical reaction at the propped support is less than the
total load. This is because part of the load is carried by the fixed end, which also provides a
moment to resist the loading
18) In structural analysis, which of the following statements is true for a statically indeterminate
beam?
* A statically indeterminate beam has more unknown reaction forces and internal forces than
the available number of independent equilibrium equations. Therefore, additional compatibility
conditions or methods such as moment distribution or matrix methods are required to solve for
the unknowns.
19) In structural analysis, the method of superposition is applicable only if:
* The method of superposition is used in linear elastic systems where the response (such as
displacement or stress) due to multiple loads can be determined by summing the responses due
to each individual load applied separately.
20) The temporary support provided to a structure during repairs or alterations to prevent collapse
is known as:
* Shoring is the process of temporarily supporting a structure during construction, repairs, or
alterations to prevent it from collapsing. It is commonly used when walls, beams, or foundations
are being altered or replaced.
21) The addition of a new foundation element alongside or beneath an existing foundation to
enhance its strength and stability is referred to as:
* Underpinning is the process of strengthening and stabilizing the foundation of an existing
structure by adding new foundation elements, such as additional footings or piles, beneath or
alongside the original foundation.
22) For a simply supported beam with a point load at the center, the maximum bending moment
occurs:
* In a simply supported beam with a central point load, the bending moment diagram is
triangular. The maximum bending moment occurs directly under the point load at the center of
the beam, where the internal resisting moment is greatest
23) In a cantilever beam with a uniformly distributed load, the shear force diagram is:
* For a uniformly distributed load on a cantilever, the shear force varies linearly from a
maximum at the fixed end to zero at the free end, resulting in a triangular shear force
diagram.
24) The point of contraflexure in a beam is where:
* The point of contraflexure is where the bending moment changes sign, passing through zero.
At this point, the beam transitions from positive to negative curvature (or vice versa).
25) For a simply supported beam with a uniformly distributed load, the bending moment diagram is:
* A uniformly distributed load on a simply supported beam results in a parabolic bending
moment diagram. The moment is zero at the supports and reaches its maximum value at the
center of the beam.( parabolic )
26) In a beam analysis, the relationship between load (w), shear force (V), and bending moment (M)
is:
* The rate of change of shear force with respect to x (length) equals the applied load intensity.
The rate of change of bending moment with respect to x equals the shear force. These
relationships are fundamental in beam analysis.( dV/dx = w, dM/dx = V )
27) In a fixed beam subjected to a uniformly distributed load, the point of maximum negative
bending moment occurs:
* In a fixed beam subjected to a uniformly distributed load, the maximum negative bending
moment occurs at the fixed supports because the beam resists rotation, causing a negative
moment (hogging) at the supports.
28) In the analysis of a truss, a member that carries no force when subjected to a specific loading
condition is called a:
* A zero-force member in a truss is a member that carries no force under a specific loading
condition. It can occur at joints where only two non-collinear members meet or where three
members meet, and two of them are collinear.
29) For a cantilever beam subjected to a point load at the free end, the bending moment at the
fixed support is:
* In a cantilever beam with a point load at the free end, the maximum bending moment occurs
at the fixed support, and it is negative (hogging moment). The moment is calculated as M=−P×L
where P is the point load and L is the length of the beam.
30) In structural analysis, the moment distribution method is used to:
* The moment distribution method is a technique used to analyze statically indeterminate
structures, such as continuous beams and frames, by iteratively balancing moments at joints
until equilibrium is achieved.
31) The stiffness of a structural member is defined as:
* The stiffness of a structural member is defined as the ratio of the applied load to the resulting
deflection. It indicates the member's ability to resist deformation under load.
32) In the moment distribution method, the sum of distribution factors at any joint in a frame is
always:
* In the moment distribution method, the distribution factors for all members meeting at a joint
sum to 1. The distribution factor is a measure of how much of the unbalanced moment at a joint
is distributed to each connected member.
33) For a simply supported beam of span LLL, with a point load PPP applied at the center, the
maximum bending moment (B.M.) will be:
* The maximum bending moment for a simply supported beam with a point load P applied at
the center of the span occurs directly under the point load. The maximum B.M. is calculated
using the formula: B.M.=P*L/4
34) In structural analysis, the influence line is used to determine:
* An influence line represents the variation of a response function (like shear force, bending
moment, or reaction) at a specific point in a structure as a single moving load traverses the
entire structure.
35) In a continuous beam, the bending moment at an internal support is typically:
* In a continuous beam, the bending moment at an internal support is typically negative
(hogging moment) because the beam bends upward over the support due to continuity, causing
the top fibers to be in compression and the bottom fibers to be in tension.
36) For a simply supported beam subjected to a concentrated load at a quarter of its span length,
where does the maximum bending moment occur?
* For a simply supported beam with a concentrated load at a quarter of its span, the maximum
bending moment occurs directly under the point of load application.
37) The degree of static indeterminacy of a fixed beam with two fixed supports and no internal
hinges is:
* Static Indeterminacy=Number of Unknowns−Number of Equilibrium EquationsStatic
Indeterminacy= Number of Unknowns−Number of Equilibrium Equations For a fixed beam: Each
fixed support contributes three unknowns (two reaction forces and one moment), leading to a
total of 6 unknowns. There are 3 available equilibrium equations (sum of vertical forces, sum of
horizontal forces, and sum of moments). Thus, the degree of static indeterminacy is calculated
as follows: Static Indeterminacy=6−3=3
38) In a determinate truss, if m is the number of members, j is the number of joints, and r is the
number of reactions, the condition for stability is:
* This condition is derived from the fact that for each joint in a truss, there are two equilibrium
equations available (one for horizontal forces and one for vertical forces). Therefore, for a truss
with j joints, there are a total of 2j equilibrium equations.The number of unknown forces in the
truss is the sum of the number of members (m) and the number of reactions (r). For the truss to
be determinate, the number of unknowns must be equal to the number of available equilibrium
equations. This leads to the condition: m+r=2j
39) Which of the following structures is an example of a statically indeterminate structure?
* A fixed beam is an example of a statically indeterminate structure because it has more
unknown reactions (moments at the fixed ends) than can be solved using only the static
equilibrium equations.
40) For a portal frame, the point of contraflexure occurs:
* The point of contraflexure in a portal frame is the location where the bending moment
changes sign, i.e., where the bending moment is zero.
41) The principle of superposition is valid in structural analysis when:
* The principle of superposition is valid when the structure behaves linearly and elastically,
meaning that the response due to a combination of loads is equal to the sum of the responses
due to each load acting individually.
42) For a beam fixed at both ends and subjected to a uniform load, the location of the point of
contraflexure is:
* In a beam fixed at both ends with a uniform load, the points of contraflexure occur between
the midspan and the supports, where the bending moment changes from negative to positive.
43) Which of the following methods is used to analyze statically indeterminate structures?
* The Moment Distribution Method is used to analyze statically indeterminate structures by
distributing moments at joints until equilibrium is achieved. This method is particularly useful
for continuous beams and frames
44) Bending Moment at point D for the shown figure is
*Zero
45) To avoid bending action at the base of a pier,
* suspension cable and anchor cables are attached to a saddle mounted on rollers on top of
the pier
46) In the displacement method of structural analysis, which of the following is the primary function
of the stiffness matrix?
* The stiffness matrix in the displacement method is used to relate the displacements of the
structure to the forces applied. It forms the basis for solving the structural problem by setting
up the equations that link the displacements with the forces.
47) The number of independent equations to be satisfied for static equilibrium in a space structure
is:
* In a space structure, there are 3 independent equilibrium equations for forces (in the x, y, and
z directions) and 3 independent equilibrium equations for moments (about the x, y, and z axes),
totaling 6 independent equations needed to ensure static equilibrium.( total 6 )
48) For a simply supported beam of span L, loaded with a w over the whole span, the maximum
bending moment (B.M.) will be:
* The maximum bending moment for a simply supported beam subjected to a uniform
distributed load (UDL) over its entire span occurs at the midpoint of the beam. The maximum
B.M. is calculated using the formula: Mmax= wL^2/8
49) Bending stresses in a beam is zero at the:
* The bending stress in a beam is zero at the neutral axis, which is typically located at the
centroid of the beam's cross-section for symmetric sections. The neutral axis is the line along
which the material experiences no longitudinal stress during bending. When a beam is subjected
to bending, the fibers above the neutral axis are in compression, while those below are in
tension. At the neutral axis itself, the bending stress is zero.
50) Shear stress in a beam is maximum at the:
* Shear stress is maximum at the centroidal axis (neutral axis) of a beam and decreases towards
the extreme fibers. The distribution of shear stress is parabolic across the depth of the beam,
with the maximum at the center.
51) Bending stresses in a beam are maximum at the:
* Bending stresses are maximum at the extreme fibers of a beam, which are the farthest points
from the neutral axis (centroidal axis). The stress varies linearly from the neutral axis, where it is
zero, to the extreme fibers, where it reaches its maximum value.
52) Which of the following methods of structural analysis is a force method?
* The Column Analogy method is a force method used in structural analysis. This method is
employed to analyze structures by transforming the actual structural system into an equivalent
system of columns and beams, making it easier to calculate internal forces and moments. Here’s
a brief overview of the other methods:
Slope Deflection Method (A):
This is a displacement method, not a force method. It focuses on the relationship between
displacements and rotations in beams and frames to determine internal forces.
Moment Distribution Method (C): This is also a displacement method. It is used to analyze
indeterminate structures by distributing moments iteratively until equilibrium is achieved.
53) In a continuous beam analysis using the moment distribution method, which of the following
statements is true?
* In the moment distribution method, moments are calculated at joints and then distributed to
the adjacent members in an iterative process until equilibrium is achieved.
54) The distribution factor is
* The distribution factor in the moment distribution method is defined as the ratio of the
stiffness of a particular member to the sum of the stiffnesses of all members meeting at the
joint. This factor determines how much of the moment at a joint is distributed to each
connected member.
55) If a beam is uniformly distributed throughout the span, the shear force diagram of the beam is:
* For a beam with a uniform distributed load (UDL), the shear force diagram is linear. The shear
force decreases (or increases) uniformly along the length of the beam due to the consistent
application of the load across the entire span.
56) For a simply supported beam subjected to a uniformly distributed load, the maximum bending
moment occurs:
* The maximum bending moment for a simply supported beam with a uniformly distributed load
occurs at the center of the span and is calculated using WL2/8.
57) For a simply supported beam with a uniformly distributed load w and a span L, the maximum
shear force is:
* For a simply supported beam subjected to a uniformly distributed load w over the entire span
L, the maximum shear force occurs at the supports and is given by:(a) wL/2
58) The bending moment at the ends of a simply supported beam subjected to a uniformly
distributed load w is:
* For a simply supported beam with a uniformly distributed load, the bending moment at the
supports is zero, and the maximum bending moment occurs at the center of the beam.
59) For a simply supported beam with a central point load P, the shear force diagram is:
* The shear force diagram for a simply supported beam with a central point load is triangular,
with the maximum shear force at the supports and zero at the location of the point load.
60) A simply supported beam of span 10 m is subjected to a uniformly distributed load of 50 N/m.
The maximum bending moment in the beam will be:
* The maximum bending moment in a simply supported beam under a UDL is given by
Mmax=wL2/ 8 Here, w=50 N/m L=10 m Mmax=(50×102)/8 =625 Nm
61) For a simply supported beam of length 6 m with a central point load of 300 N, the maximum
shear force at the supports will be:
* The maximum shear force at the supports for a simply supported beam with a central point
load is half of the total load. So, Vmax=P/2 =300/2 =150 N