Structural Stability - JSS2 Basic technology Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What are the primary factors influencing structural stability?
Aesthetics and cost
Design and construction quality
Architectural style and material colour
Surrounding environmental and weather conditions
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Which type of load includes the weight of the structure itself?
Live load
Wind load
Dead load
Seismic load
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Which technique involves adding steel to strengthen weak areas in concrete structures?
Pre-stressing
Tensioning
Post-tensioning
Reinforcement
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What is the purpose of installing bracing elements or shear walls in structures?
To enhance architectural aesthetics
To resist lateral forces like wind or earthquakes
To increase natural lighting
To improve ventilation
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What role do foundations and ground conditions play in structural stability?
They determine the building's height
They influence structural aesthetics
They provide support and stability
They affect interior design choices
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Which structural feature helps improve rigidity and distribute loads effectively in buildings?
Cross-bracing
Skylights
Interior walls
Decorative facades
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What technique involves pre-stressing concrete to improve its response to loads?
Tensioning
Post-tensioning
Reinforcing
Shear reinforcement
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Which example demonstrates structurally stable construction due to its broad base and massive stone blocks?
Eiffel Tower
Pyramids of Giza
Sydney Opera House
Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Which bridge exemplifies structural stability through the use of suspension and truss structures?
London Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
Pont du Gard
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What caused the collapse of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge in 1940?
Earthquake
Design flaws and resonance
Excessive wind load
Poor construction quality
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