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55. |
In order to obtain the best workability of concrete, the preferred shape of aggregate is
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rounded |
B.
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elongated |
C.
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angular
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D.
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all of the above
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
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56. |
In prestressed concrete
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A. |
forces of tension and compression change but lever arm remains unchanged |
B.
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forces of tension and compressions remain unchanged but lever arm changes with the moment |
C.
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both forces of tension and compres-sion as well as lever arm change
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D.
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both forces of tension and compres-sion as well as lever arm remain unchanged
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
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57. |
In reinforced concrete footing on soil, the minimum thickness at edge should not be less than
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A. |
100 mm |
B.
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150 mm |
C.
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200 mm
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D.
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250 mm
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
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58. |
In symmetrically reinforced sections, shrinkage stresses in concrete and steel are respectively
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A. |
compressive and tensile |
B.
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tensile and compressive |
C.
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both compressive
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D.
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both tensile
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
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59. |
In T-shaped R C. retaining walls, the main reinforcement in the stem is provided on
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A. |
the front face in one direction |
B.
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the front face in both directions |
C.
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the inner face in one direction
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D.
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the inner face in both directions
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
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60. |
In working stress design, permissible bond stress in the case of deformed bars is more than that in plain bars by
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A. |
10% |
B.
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20% |
C.
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30%
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D.
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40%
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
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