1
As compared to stretcher course, the thickness of joints in header course should be
Answer: Less
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2
The minimum strength of the mortar used in load bearing brick masonry, is
Answer: 100 N/cm2
3
In soils possessing low bearing capacity, the type of foundation generally provided, is
Answer: All the above
4
The columns of multi-storeyed buildings are designed to withstand the forces due to
Answer: All of these
6
The service area in a building means the area occupied by
Answer: All the above
8
For different layers of cement concrete floor. Pick up the incorrect statement from the following:
Answer: A 10 cm thick cement concrete (1 : 2 : 4) is laid on top layer
9
A wall constructed with stones to protect slopes of cuttings in natural ground from the action of weathering agents, is called
Answer: Breast wall
11
The inclined surface of an abutment to receive the arch, is known as
Answer: Skew back
12
The type of roof which slopes in two directions with a break in the slope on each side is known as
Answer: Gambrel roof
14
The pile which supports the load due to friction between pile face and surrounding soil, is generally known as
Answer: Friction pile
16
The type of arch generally constructed over a wooden lintel or over a flat arch for the purpose of carrying the load of the wall above is
Answer: Relieving arch
17
The process of filling hollow spaces of walls before plastering, is known
Answer: Dubbing out
18
The form work from the slabs excluding props, can be removed only after
Answer: 4 days
