Building Construction MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Building Construction, a fundamental topic in the field of Civil Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Building Construction MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

In this section, you'll find a wide range of Building Construction mcq questions that explore various aspects of Building Construction problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of Building Construction principles, enabling you to refine your problem-solving techniques. Whether you're a student aiming to ace Civil Engineering tests, a job seeker preparing for interviews, or someone simply interested in sharpening their skills, our Building Construction MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Civil Engineering topic.

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Q171.
To construct a 10 cm thick partition wall, you will prefer

a.

English bond

b.

Flemish bond

c.

Header bond

d.

Stretcher bond.

Discuss
Answer: (d).Stretcher bond.
Q172.
The pile which supports the load due to friction between pile face and surrounding soil, is generally known as

a.

bearing pile

b.

friction pile

c.

sheet pile

d.

battered pile.

Discuss
Answer: (b).friction pile
Q173.
The voussoir placed at crown of an arch, is known as a

a.

key

b.

soffit

c.

springer

d.

haunch.

Discuss
Answer: (a).key
Q174.
The vertical members fixed between steps and hand rail, are known

a.

balusters

b.

strings

c.

newel posts

d.

soffits.

Discuss
Answer: (a).balusters
Q175.
Pick up the consideration to the taken while designing a hospital from the following :

a.

the operation theatre unit to be detached as it requires sterlized zone but near the ward for the patients and doctor

b.

the mortuary should be detached from the main circulation with a postmortem room

c.

causalty unit should be provided a separate entrance

d.

all the above.

Discuss
Answer: (d).all the above.
Q176.
The form work from the sides of beams can be removed only after

a.

1 day

b.

4 days

c.

7 days

d.

14 days.

Discuss
Answer: (a).1 day
Q177.
In soils possessing low bearing capacity, the type of foundation generally provided, is

a.

column footing

b.

grillage footing

c.

raft footing

d.

all the above.

Discuss
Answer: (d).all the above.
Q178.
Which one of the following activities is not correct as applicable to brick corbels

a.

the maximum projection of the corbel should not be more than the thickness of the wall

b.

the maximum projection of each corbel course should be limited to a quarter brick at a time

c.

the discontinuous corbels are used to carry heavy concentrated loads

d.

stretcher bond is generally used for the construction of brick corbel.

Discuss
Answer: (d).stretcher bond is generally used for the construction of brick corbel.
Q179.
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.

Discuss
Answer: (d).all the above.
Q180.
Rotary drilling is the fastest method in case of

a.

rocky soils

b.

clay soils

c.

sandy soil

d.

all of these.

Discuss
Answer: (d).all of these.
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