Introduction to Structures Analysis - JSS1 Basic technology Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Why is analysing structures important in Basic Technology?
It helps in painting buildings
It ensures the stability of structures
It reduces the cost of construction
It makes buildings look attractive
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What are dead loads?
A force that change frequently
Permanent, static forces
Temporary forces
Forces from natural events
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What type of stress occurs when a material is subjected to pulling forces?
Compressive stress
Tensile stress
Shear stress
Thermal stress
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What is strain in the context of structural analysis?
The weight of a structure
The internal resistance of a material
The displacement of a material under load
The force applied to a material
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Which of the following is an example of environmental loads?
Weight of the building
People and furniture
Wind and earthquakes
Vehicles
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What caused the collapse of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge?
Earthquake
Aero elastic flutter
Poor construction materials
Gas explosions
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Which type of stress occurs when forces are applied parallel to a surface?
Tensile stress
Compressive stress
Shear stress
Thermal stress
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What is the primary focus of structural analysis?
Designing attractive buildings
Understanding the behaviour structures under loads
Reducing construction costs
Enhancing the aesthetics structures
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What was the main cause of the Hyatt Regency Walkway Collapse?
Poor construction materials
Unauthorised building modifications
Design changes that doubled the load on connection points
Natural disaster
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What type of strain is reversible?*
Plastic strain
Elastic strain
Compressive strain
Tensile strain
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