Steel Structure Design MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Steel Structure Design, 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 Steel Structure Design 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 Steel Structure Design mcq questions that explore various aspects of Steel Structure Design problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of Steel Structure Design 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 Steel Structure Design MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Civil Engineering topic.

Note: Each of the following question comes with multiple answer choices. Select the most appropriate option and test your understanding of Steel Structure Design. You can click on an option to test your knowledge before viewing the solution for a MCQ. Happy learning!

So, are you ready to put your Steel Structure Design knowledge to the test? Let's get started with our carefully curated MCQs!

Steel Structure Design MCQs | Page 18 of 24

Discover more Topics under Civil Engineering

Q171.
In a tension member if one or more than one rivet holes are off the line, the failure of the member depends upon :

a.

pitch

b.

gauge

c.

diameter of the rivet holes

d.

all the above.

Discuss
Answer: (d).all the above.
Q172.
The size of a butt weld is specified by the effective throat thickness which in the case of incomplete penetration, is taken as

a.

1/2 of the thickness of thicker part

b.

3/4 of the thickness of thicker part

c.

3/4 of the thickness of thinner part

d.

7/8 of the thickness of thinner part

Discuss
Answer: (d).7/8 of the thickness of thinner part
Q173.
The thickness of the web of a mild steel plate girder is less than d/200. If only one horizontal stiffener is used, it is placed at

a.

the neutral axis of the section

b.

2/3rd of the depth of the neutral axis from the compression flange

c.

2/5th of the depth of the neutral axis from the compression flange

d.

2/5th of the height of the neutral axis from tension flange

Discuss
Answer: (c).2/5th of the depth of the neutral axis from the compression flange
Q174.
The load on a lintel is assumed as uniformly distributed if the height of the masonry above it, is upto a height of

a.

the effective span

b.

1.25 times the effective span

c.

1.50 times the effective span

d.

2.0 times the effective span

Discuss
Answer: (b).1.25 times the effective span
Q175.
Working shear stress on the gross area of a rivet as recommended by Indian Standards, is

a.

785 kg/cm²

b.

1025 kg/cm²

c.

2360 kg/cm²

d.

none of these.

Discuss
Answer: (b).1025 kg/cm²
Q176.
Pick up the correct statement from the following:

a.

Loaded columns are supported on column bases

b.

Column bases transmit the column load to the concrete foundation

c.

Column load is spread over a large area on concrete

d.

All the above.

Discuss
Answer: (d).All the above.
Q177.
Stiffeners are used in a plate girder

a.

to reduce the compressive stress

b.

to reduce the shear stress

c.

to take the bearing stress

d.

to avoid bulking of web plate.

Discuss
Answer: (d).to avoid bulking of web plate.
Q178.
The channels get twisted symmetrically with regard to its axis

a.

parallel to flanges

b.

parallel to web

c.

perpendicular to flanges

d.

perpendicular to web.

Discuss
Answer: (b).parallel to web
Q179.
The stiff portion of a bearing stiffener is taken equal to

a.

depth of the beam

b.

5/6th depth of the beam

c.

1/5 depth of the beam

d.

3/4 depth of the beam.

Discuss
Answer: (d).3/4 depth of the beam.
Q180.
Effective length of a column effectively held in position at both ends and restrained in direction at one end, is

a.

L

b.

0.67 L

c.

0.85 L

d.

1.5 L

Discuss
Answer: (c).0.85 L
Page 18 of 24