Civil Engineering - Comprehensive Mock Test 9

Question 81 Easy

The Auger borings are not common

A) in soils that require lateral support B) in cohesive soils C) in soft soils D) none of the above.

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 82 Medium

Which one of the following rocks is used for monumental buildings :

A) granite B) marble C) sand stone D) slate.

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 83 Medium

A wooden block hinged on post outside a door, is known

A) cleat B) stop C) horn D) none of these

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 84 Medium

A solid core of rock is formed in side the cylinder in the case of

A) auger boring B) percussion drilling C) diamond drilling D) wash drilling

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 85 Medium

A projecting piece usually provided to support a truss, is

A) cornice B) coping C) frieze D) lintal

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 86 Medium

The angular steps used for changing direction of the stairs, are called

A) round steps B) angular steps C) winders D) radial steps

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 87 Medium

The maximum permissible deflection of a timber beam supporting a roof, is

A) L/100 B) L/150 C) L/260 D) L/360

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 88 Medium

The entrained concrete is used in lining walls and roofs for making

A) heat insulated B) sound insulated C) neither (a) nor (b) D) both (a) and (b).

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 89 Medium

The portion of a brick cut across the width, is called

A) closer B) half brick C) bed D) bat

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.

Question 90 Medium

Black cotton soil is unsuitable for foundations because its

A) bearing capacity is low B) permeability is uncertain C) particles are cohesive D) property to undergo a volumetric change due to variation of moisture content.

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Solution Breakdown:

While a specific detailed explanation is not available for this query, reviewing the core principles of Civil Engineering will help clarify the concept. This principle is vital for GATE, SSC JE, State Engineering Services, and PSU recruitment exams. Consistent practice is the key to mastering these patterns.