Civil Engineering - Mock Test 15

Question 141

The algebraic sum of the resolved parts of a number of forces in a given direction is equal to the resolved part of their resultant in the same direction. This is known as?

A) principle of independence of forces B) principle of resolution of forces C) principle of transmissibility of forces D) none of these

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Question 142

One kg force is equal to?

A) 7.8 N B) 8.9 N C) 9.8 N D) 12 N

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Question 143

The unit of force in S.I. system of units of?

A) dyne B) kilogram C) newton D) watt

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Question 144

In order to determine the effects of a force, acting on a body, we must know?

A) magnitude of the force B) line of action of the force C) nature of the force i.e. whether the force is push or pull D) all of the above

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Question 145

A force while acting on a body may?

A) change its motion B) balance the forces, already acting on it C) give rise to the internal stresses in it D) all of these

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Question 146

In hill roads the side drains arc provided?

A) only on the hill side of road B) only on the opposite side of hill C) on both sides of road D) none of the above

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Question 147

The walls which are necessary on the hill side of roadway where earth has to be retained from slipping is known as?

A) retaining wall B) breast wall C) parapet wall D) none of the above

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Question 148

The drain which is provided parallel to roadway to intercept and divert the water from hill slopes is known as?

A) sloping drain B) catchwater drain C) side drain D) cross drain

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Question 149

The minimum design speed for hairpin bends in hill roads is taken as?

A) 20 kmph B) 30 kmph C) 40 kmph D) 50 kmph

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Question 150

The camber for hill roads in case of bituminous surfacing is adopted as?

A) 2% B) 2.50% C) 3% D) 4%

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