Earthquake Engineering (3160621) MCQs
MCQs of Design Philosophy
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The load which is applied parallel to ground on a building is known as _________________.
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Answer:
Option (b) |
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Which lateral loads are acting on a structure?
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Answer:
Option (d) |
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Building should have subjected following Lateral Loads 1) Seismic load due to earthquake 2) Earth pressure due to soil, 3) Gravity loading due to self-weight of building.
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Answer:
Option (d) |
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Structure should have subjected following Lateral Loads 1) Seismic load due to earthquake 2) Wind load on structure 3) Blast loading due to Blast nearby Structure.
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Answer:
Option (b) |
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__________________ diaphragm distributes the horizontal forces to the vertical resisting elements in direct proportion to the relative rigidities.
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Answer:
Option (a) |
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A diaphragm is considered ________________ when the midpoint displacement more than displacement of the end supports under seismic loading.
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Answer:
Option (c) |
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A diaphragm is considered _______________ when the midpoint displacement less than a displacement of the end supports under seismic loading.
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Answer:
Option (a) |
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What is the main function of the diaphragm in a building during an earthquake?
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Answer:
Option (c) |
| 9. |
Which is the structural element used as a diaphragm in a building?
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Answer:
Option (c) |
| 10. |
Which is the structural element used as a diaphragm in a building?
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Answer:
Option (c) |
