Civil Engineering - MCQ Practice Questions
Core civil MCQs — structures, surveying, concrete & soil mechanics for GATE & PSUs.
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In Castigliano's theorem, the partial derivative of total strain energy with respect to a load gives:
A fixed beam of length L with central point load P has the fixed end moment equal to:
In virtual work method, if a unit load is applied instead of actual load, the virtual displacement is equal to:
For a beam with varying moment of inertia, the flexibility coefficient method requires:
The stiffness matrix in matrix method of structural analysis represents:
In a three-hinged arch, the additional hinge at crown provides:
For a continuous beam with equal spans and equal loads, the negative moment at interior support is maximum at:
The radius of gyration for a rectangular section (b×d) about the centroidal axis parallel to base is:
In the direct stiffness method, the global stiffness matrix is formed by:
In plastic hinge formation, the condition for plastic collapse is:
For a beam element in finite element analysis, the shape functions are typically:
The effective length factor K for a column fixed at both ends is:
In slope-deflection method, the fixed-end moment for a fixed beam with UDL w over length L is:
The principle of virtual displacements is applicable to:
For a portal frame with fixed bases and pinned roof, subjected to horizontal load, the degree of indeterminacy is:
What is the primary function of cement in concrete?
According to IS 456:2000, what is the standard cube compressive strength test age for concrete?
Which type of cement is used for underwater construction?
What is the water-cement ratio for M20 grade concrete as per IS 456:2000?
Which of the following is NOT a type of aggregate used in concrete?