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Civil Engineering - MCQ Practice Questions

Core civil MCQs — structures, surveying, concrete & soil mechanics for GATE & PSUs.

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Q.1Easy

What is the primary function of cement in concrete?

Q.2Easy

According to IS 456:2000, what is the standard cube compressive strength test age for concrete?

Q.3Easy

Which type of cement is used for underwater construction?

Q.4Medium

What is the water-cement ratio for M20 grade concrete as per IS 456:2000?

Q.5Easy

Which of the following is NOT a type of aggregate used in concrete?

Q.6Medium

What is the recommended slump for RCC columns according to IS 456:2000?

Q.7Medium

Hydration of cement produces which of the following as main products?

Q.8Medium

What is the minimum concrete cover for reinforcement in foundations as per IS 456:2000?

Q.9Medium

Which of the following factors increases the compressive strength of concrete?

Q.10Easy

What is the nominal maximum size of coarse aggregate for concrete beams?

Q.11Easy

Which standard specifies the code of practice for plain and reinforced concrete in India?

Q.12Medium

What is the typical strength gain pattern of concrete in the first 28 days?

Q.13Hard

Which chemical compound in cement causes flash setting when exposed to water?

Q.14Easy

For a M25 grade concrete, what is the approximate 28-day compressive strength?

Q.15Medium

What is the effect of adding admixtures like retarders in concrete?

Q.16Hard

According to Abrams' Law, the relationship between w/c ratio and compressive strength is:

Q.17Medium

What is the recommended curing period for concrete in normal conditions?

Q.18Easy

Which of the following is a measure of concrete workability?

Q.19Hard

Self-compacting concrete (SCC) must achieve a slump flow of: