500 Best Building Construction MCQ
Q241). The window which is provided in flat roof of a room, is known
a).Dormer window
b).Lantern window
c).Louvered window
d).Sky window
Correct Answer:
Lantern window
Explanation:
Q242). Grillage foundation
a).Is used to transfer heavy structural loads from steel columns to a soil having low bearing capacity
b).Is light and economical
c).Does not require deep cutting as the required base area with required pressure intensity is obtained at a shallow depth
d).All the above
Correct Answer:
All the above
Explanation:
Q243). Pick up the correct statements from the following:
a).Cracks appear on the plastered surface in the form of hair cracks
b).In brick work, the efflorescence is removed by applying a solution of zinc sulphate and water
c).Excessive thermal variations in the backing or plaster causes the plaster to fall
d).All the above
Correct Answer:
All the above
Explanation:
Q244). The window which is provided on a sloping roof of a building, is called
a).Lantern window
b).Dormer window
c).Louvered window
d).Rash window
Correct Answer:
Dormer window
Explanation:
Q245). The single stage well point system of dewatering an excavation can be used if the depth of excavation does not exceed
a).5 m
b).10 m
c).15 m
d).20 m
Correct Answer:
5 m
Explanation:
Q246). The nominal thickness of one brick wall in mm, is
a).90 mm
b).150 mm
c).190 mm
d).200 mm
Correct Answer:
200 mm
Explanation:
Q247). Pick up the incorrect statement from the following:
a).The retaining wall should be structurally capable to resist the applied earth pressure
b).The section of the retaining wall should be so proportioned that it may not overturn by the lateral pressure
c).The retaining wall should be safe against sliding
d).To drain off water from the earth retained, weep holes are provided near the top of the retaining wall
Correct Answer:
To drain off water from the earth retained, weep holes are provided near the top of the retaining wall
Explanation:
Q248). The stepped structure provided for lateral support of a structure, is
a).Retaining wall
b).Breast wall
c).Buttress
d).Parapet wall
Correct Answer:
Buttress
Explanation: