Building Construction MCQs

Question 1

In soils possessing low bearing capacity, the type of foundation generally provided, is

Accepted Answer

All the above

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Column footing

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Grillage footing

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Raft footing

Question 2

Exposed portions of vertical surface at right angles to the door or window frame, are known as

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Reveals

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Jambs

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Lintels

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Soffits

Question 3

The concrete slump recommended for beams and slabs; is

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30 to 125 mm

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25 to 50 mm

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25 to 75 mm

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50 to 100 mm

Question 4

The bearing capacity of a water logged soil can be improved by

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Draining the soil

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Compacting the soil

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Increasing the depth of foundation

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Grouting

Question 5

The type of arch used for high class buildings where appearance is of prime importance, is known as

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Ashlar arch

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Rubble arch

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Gauged brick arch

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Axed brick arch

Question 6

The window which projects outside a room of a building for admitting more light and air, is known

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Bay window

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Casement window

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Lantern window

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Dormer window

Question 7

If the depth of an excavation is 20 meters, number of single stage well points to be installed at various levels, is

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3

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5

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4

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2

Question 8

Auger boring

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All the above

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Is the most primitive method for making a hole in the ground

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Is generally employed in cohesive and other self soils above water table

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Is most economical up-to a depth of 5 meters

Question 9

The bearing capacity of a water logged soil, may be improved by

Accepted Answer

Drainage

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Grouting

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Chemical action

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Compaction