Revision for FSM Phase Test 3

What does the word ‘Rigid’ means?

• A. The ability to increase the deformation

• B. The ability to withstand the pressure

• C. The ability to yield the strength

• D. The ability to resists the deformation

Which one of the following is an example of Rigid frame structure?

• A. Pin ended frame

• B. Portal frame

• C. Temporary frame

• D. Gable frame

In the Gabled frame structures usually have:

• A. The peak at their top

• B. The bracing at their top

• C. The bracing at their center

• D. The stop at the bottom

Braced structural frames system provides more efficient resistance against?

• A. Landslide and heavy rain

• B. Earthquake and wind forces

• C. Extreme heat and flood

• D. Thunderstorms and heavy rain

Which one of the statements below is NOT an advantage of frame structure?

• A. Ease in construction

• B. Can be constructed rapidly

• C. Economical structural design

• D. Span lengths are usually restricted

What does the members in tensions are called?

• A. Pins

• B. Timber

• C. Tie

• D. Support

What is a basic description of retaining walls?

• A. Structures designed to resist the lateral pressure of soil.

• B. Structures designed to resist the central pressure of soil.

• C. Structures designed to assist the lateral pressure of soil.

• D. Structures designed to assist the central pressure of soil.

Where is the average resultant force on a retaining wall?

• A. At the top of the retaining wall

• B. At the base of the retaining wall

• C. At the centre of gravity of the wall

• D. At 1/3H above the base of the wall

In the equation Pressure = ρgh, what is the unit for ρ?

• A. N/kg

• B. m³

• C. kg/m³

• D. N/m³

Which of the following is a force acting upon a retaining wall?

• A. Air resistance force

• B. Tension force

• C. Weight

• D. Electrical force