Preview Questions Civil Engineer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: In soil mechanics, what does "plasticity index" indicate about a soil?

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It indicates the soil's ability to drain water

It measures the range of water content over which a soil can be molded without cracking or crumbling

It measures the compressibility of the soil

It measures the resistance of the soil to shear forces

Question 2: In terms of concrete durability, what is the effect of high chloride content in the environment?

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It improves the concrete's resistance to freeze-thaw cycles

It reduces the shrinkage cracking in concrete

It increases the workability of the concrete

It accelerates the corrosion of steel reinforcement

Question 3: How does "temperature variation" affect the design of concrete structures, and how is it accounted for?

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Temperature variations only affect steel structures, not concrete

Temperature variations cause expansion and contraction, and must be accounted for with expansion joints or reinforcement

Temperature changes are irrelevant for static structures like bridges

Temperature variations are only considered during the curing process of concrete

Question 4: What is the primary purpose of conducting a geotechnical site investigation before starting a construction project?

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To determine the environmental impact of the site

To evaluate the aesthetic value of the site

To estimate the cost of the project

To determine the type and properties of soil and rock on-site for foundation design

Question 5: How does boundary surveying contribute to land development projects?

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It accurately defines legal property lines to prevent disputes and inform design layout

It estimates the cost of development without identifying boundaries

It focuses only on environmental impact, disregarding legal boundaries

It assists in removing obstructions, like trees, to enhance the land's usability

Question 6: In the analysis of a multi-story building, what is the purpose of "lateral load analysis"?

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To evaluate the effects of horizontal forces such as wind or earthquakes

To determine the distribution of loads in vertical elements

To analyze the dynamic response of the building to seismic activity

To calculate the thermal expansion of the structure