Forces and stresses quiz

What does Kn stand for?

• Kilonewton

• Kilogram

• Kilometer

• Kelvin

Answer explanation

Kn stands for Kilonewton, which is a unit of force commonly used in engineering and physics.

What is the definition of an impact load?

• A load that does not move, such as the weight of the building itself.

• A load that can change during the use of a building, such as the load from people and furniture.

• When something hits a building or falls on it, such as a heavy object.

• A load transferred from the roof to the foundations.

Answer explanation

An impact load is when something hits a building or falls on it, such as a heavy object.

What is a live load?

• A load that does not move, such as the weight of the building itself.

• A load that can change during the use of a building, such as the load from people and furniture.

• When something hits a building or falls on it, such as a heavy object.

• A load transferred from the roof to the foundations.

Answer explanation

A load that can change during the use of a building, such as the load from people and furniture.

What does the term 'dead load' refer to in construction?

• A load that does not move, such as the weight of the building itself.

• A load that can change during the use of a building, such as the load from people and furniture.

• When something hits a building or falls on it, such as a heavy object.

• A load transferred from the roof to the foundations.

Answer explanation

The term 'dead load' in construction refers to a load that does not move, such as the weight of the building itself.

What is the unit of measurement for force in the International System of Units (SI)?

• Newton

• Kilogram

• Meter

• Pascal

Answer explanation

The unit of measurement for force in the International System of Units (SI) is the Newton.