Preview Questions Civil Engineer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: How does compatibility of deformations affect the analysis of indeterminate structures?

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Compatibility affects only the aesthetic form of the structure, not its performance

Compatibility is only relevant for material selection, not structural analysis

Compatibility ensures that the deformation in different parts of the structure remains consistent with the applied loads and boundary conditions

Compatibility is necessary only for rigid structures, not flexible ones

Question 2: In geotechnical site investigations, what is the role of soil sampling?

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Soil sampling provides representative data on soil properties such as strength, moisture content, and composition, influencing design

Soil sampling helps to determine surface contamination but is not relevant for foundation design

Soil sampling is used to assess the aesthetic appearance of the soil for landscaping purposes

Soil sampling is unnecessary if site history has been documented properly

Question 3: How do "project milestones" aid in the overall management of construction projects?

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They focus only on the project's budget and financial performance

They are irrelevant unless the project is delayed

They help track progress, assess performance, and make necessary adjustments to keep the project on track

They only mark major changes in the design of the project

Question 4: What is the effect of temperature-induced stresses on steel structures and how is it accounted for in design?

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Temperature changes primarily affect the decorative finish of the steel structure

Temperature changes only affect wooden structures, not steel

Temperature changes can induce thermal expansion and contraction, which must be accounted for in material selection and design

Temperature-induced stresses do not affect steel as it remains invariant to temperature changes

Question 5: In assessing the "vibration risk" associated with construction activities, what factor is most important to monitor?

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The level of noise produced by machinery

The distance between vibration sources and nearby structures, as well as their sensitivity to vibrations

The number of workers on-site

The aesthetic appearance of the building during construction

Question 6: How does the "water-cement ratio" affect the performance of concrete?

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A lower water-cement ratio improves the workability but weakens concrete

A lower water-cement ratio increases the concrete's strength but reduces workability

A higher water-cement ratio results in stronger concrete but poor durability

The water-cement ratio has no significant effect on concrete