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SSC JE (Civil) Official Paper (Held On 15 Nov 2022 Shift 1) (English)
SSC JE (Civil) Official Paper (Held On 15 Nov 2022 Shift 1) (English) with official questions, answers, and practice mock test.
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Section 1
General Intelligence and Reasoning
49 questions
Section Test
1
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 241, 208, 171, 130, 85, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 36
2
Arrange the following words in a logical and meaningful order. 1. Stratosphere 2. Mesosphere 3. Ionosphere 4. Thermosphere 5. Troposphere 6. Exosphere
MCQ
Correct answer: 5, 1, 2, 4, 3, 6
3
Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary. 1.Fasting 2.Fascinating 3.Fashionable 4.Faux 5.Fault 6.Farther 7.Father
MCQ
Correct answer: 6, 2, 3, 1, 7, 5, 4
4
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) and complete the given number series? 42, 43, 48, 57, 74, 99, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 136
5
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at AB ' as shown
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 1]
6
How many triangles are there in the given figure?
MCQ
Correct answer: 21
7
[Image / Diagram based question]
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
8
Select the word-pair that best represents a similar relationship to the one expressed in the pair of words given below. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must NOT be related to each other based on the number of letters/ number of consonants/vowels in the word) Servant : Master
MCQ
Correct answer: Aloof : Amiable
9
Which of the following letter-clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? ADV, EBX, IXZ, ORB, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: UJD
10
In a certain code language, 'PAPERS' is written as 'VFTHTT' and 'CUTTER' is written as 'IZXWGS'.How will 'JUNGLE' be written in that language?
MCQ
Correct answer: PZRJNF
11
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word) India : Asia : : Brazil : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: South America
12
‘A + B’ means ‘A is the brother of B’. ‘A – B’ means ‘A is the mother of B’. ‘A × B’ means ‘A is the husband of B’. ‘A ÷ B’ means ‘A is the sister of B’. If C × M – S + K ÷ T – Q, then which of the following statements is NOT correct?
MCQ
Correct answer: C is K’s father’s father
13
Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to sequentially replace the signs and to balance the given equation. 5162370*33
MCQ
Correct answer: ×, +, =, +
14
In a code language, 'cake has sugar' is written as 'est bon wig', 'a slice of cake' is written as 'bleu eau tuf wig', 'sugar is sweet' is written as 'lat gif bon'. What is the code for the word 'has' in this language?
MCQ
Correct answer: est
15
A # B means ‘A is the Brother of B’ A @ B means ‘A is the daughter of B’ A & B means ‘A is the husband of B’ A % B means ‘A is the wife of B’ If L#M@P#Q&Z, then how is Q related to L?
MCQ
Correct answer: Father’s brother
16
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.) Eiffel Tower : France :: Great Wall : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: China
17
Which of the given letter-clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the following series? EUZB, ISXE, MQVH, ?, UMRN
MCQ
Correct answer: QOTK
18
Which of the given letter-clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the following series? MEBH, QGDK, UIFN, ?, CMJT
MCQ
Correct answer: YKHQ
19
Select the figure from the options that can replace the guest ion mark and complete the pattern
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 1]
20
Select the figure from the options that can replace the question mark and complete the pattern rotation is NoT allowed
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
21
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 7, 10, 22, 49, 97, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 172
22
Select the option that indicates the correct arrangement of the given words in the order they appear in an English dictionary. 1. Declivity 2. Decipher 3. Decapitate 4. Deception 5. Debauch 6. Decompose
MCQ
Correct answer: 5, 3, 4, 2, 1, 6
23
Which of the following interchange of signs would make the given equation correct? 20 + 20 × 20 − 20 ÷ 20 = 20
MCQ
Correct answer: − and ÷
24
Two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: All gems are stones. Some gems are diamonds. Conclusions: I. Some stones are gems. II. Some stones are diamonds.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both conclusions I and II follow
25
A person starts from point G and moves10 km West. He turns left and moves 5 km, turns left again, and moves 5 km, then turns right and moves 3 km and takes a final left turn and moves 5 km to reach a point F. How much and in which direction does he need to move now to reach point G?
MCQ
Correct answer: 8 km North
26
Arrange the following in a logical and meaningful order. 1. Trouser 2. Shirt 3. Socks 4. Headgear 5. Necklace
MCQ
Correct answer: 3, 1, 2, 5, 4
27
There are seven students M,N,O,P,Q,R and S. Each scored different marks in a test. P scored higher marks than only three students. S scored higher than M. N scored higher than P. Q scored higher than R, who scored the least marks among all. M scored higher than N. O scored higher than Q. Who is at the third position from the top among all?
MCQ
Correct answer: N
28
Select the option that is related to the fourth term in the same way as the first term is related to the second term and fifth term is related to sixth term. 181 : 10 :: ? : 11 :: 265 : 12
MCQ
Correct answer: 221
29
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given sets. (NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) (182, 118, 65) (236, 172, 119)
MCQ
Correct answer: (219, 155, 102)
30
A paper is folded and cut as shown How will it appear when unfolded?
MCQ
Correct answer: 188.
31
Town A is to the south-west of Town B. Town C is to the south of Town M. Town A is to the south-east of Town C. Town D is to the north of Town B. Town M is to the west of Town D. What is the position of Town M with respect to Town B?
MCQ
Correct answer: North-west
32
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series? FTYG, IXDM, ?, OFNY, RJSE
MCQ
Correct answer: LBIS
33
Arrange the following cricket equipment in a logical and meaningful order. 1. Shoes 2. Helmet 3. Thigh guard 4. Chest Guard 5. Shin pad
MCQ
Correct answer: 2, 4, 3, 5, 1
34
Select the word-pair that best represents a similar relationship to the one expressed in the pair of words given below. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.) Temperature : Kelvin
MCQ
Correct answer: Amount of substance : Mole
35
Which letter cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series? EAHU, KQTC, ?, WWRS, CMDA
MCQ
Correct answer: QGFK
36
Select the option figure that will replace the question mark in the figure given below to complete the pattern
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
37
In a code language, ‘PURE’ is written as ‘NSPC’ and ‘WHITE’ is written as ‘UFGRC’. How will ‘COLOUR’ be written in that language?
MCQ
Correct answer: AMJMSP
38
In a certain code language, ‘THOUSAND’ is written as ‘8201379271424’ and ‘VARIABLE’ is written as ‘627101927261623’.How will ‘UMBRELLA’ be written in that language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 715261023161627
39
Seven people, A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting in a straight row, facing the north. Only two people sit to the left of G. Only two people sit between A and F. A sits to the left of F. D is an immediate neighbour of F to the right. Only one person sits to the right of B. E is not an immediate neighbour of G. Who sits to the immediate left of F?
MCQ
Correct answer: G
40
A paper is folded and cut as shown. How will it appear when unfolded?
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
41
Which of the following interchanges of numbers would make the given equation correct? 30 × 5 ÷ 25 + 16 + 10 = 20
MCQ
Correct answer: 20 and 30
42
Seven students P, Q, R, S, T, U and V are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. R is an immediate neighbour of both T and U. S is sitting third to the left of R and immediate right of P. P is sitting second to the right of T. Q is an immediate neighbour of both T and P. V is immediate left of U. What is the position of P with respect to V?
MCQ
Correct answer: Second to the left
43
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at ' AB ' as shown.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
44
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster. FRANCE : QEZMDB : : DEMAND : DCLZCM : : PRINCE :?
MCQ
Correct answer: QOHMDB
45
Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the sixth number is related to the fifth number. 18 : 333 :: 14 : ? :: 22 : 495
MCQ
Correct answer: 203
46
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the sixth term is related to the fifth term. 2 : 10 :: 9 : ? :: 4 : 66
MCQ
Correct answer: 731
47
Select the figure from the options that can replace the question mark and complete the pattern
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
48
Three different positions of the same dice are shown Find the number on the face opposite to the face showing 4. Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
49
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the sixth term is related to the fifth term. 347 : 668 :: 284 : ? :: 415 : 736
MCQ
Correct answer: 605
Section 2
General Awareness
48 questions
Section Test
50
In this question, three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusion(s) logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: All consonants are vowels. Some vowels are alphabets. All alphabets are words. Conclusions: I. All consonants are alphabets. II. Some vowels are words.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only conclusion II follows.
51
Which is a commonly used antimicrobial preservative in food and beverages, especially carbonated beverages, as it presents its strongest antibacterial activity at pH 2.5 – 4.0?
MCQ
Correct answer: Benzoic acid
52
Which of the following is NOT an objective of measuring Primary Deficit of the government?
MCQ
Correct answer: To not focus on present fiscal imbalance
53
As per the 2011 Census, what percentage of the total population in India lives in rural areas?
MCQ
Correct answer: 68.8%
54
Hunter Commission, 1882 was related to development of __________ in colonial India.
MCQ
Correct answer: education
55
Which of the following options is correctly matched?
MCQ
Correct answer: Radon – radioactive rare gas
56
Which Article of the Constitution of India empowers High Courts to issue writs?
MCQ
Correct answer: Article 226
57
Electron microscopic studies of eukaryotic cells reveal the presence of a network of tiny tubular structures scattered in the cytoplasm that is called the _____.
MCQ
Correct answer: Endoplasmic Reticulum
58
Under Rail Kaushal Vikas Yojana, launched in September 2021, how many candidates will be provided training in four trades viz Electrician, Welder, Machinist and Fitter, over a period of three years?
MCQ
Correct answer: 50,000
59
In which of the following states did the Moplah Rebellion take place?
MCQ
Correct answer: Kerala
60
The evidences of the Mauryan Empire are quoted in the texts of Megasthenes who was an ambassador in the court of:
MCQ
Correct answer: Chandragupta Maurya
61
__________ won the ESPNcricinfo ‘Test Batting Award’ 2021.
MCQ
Correct answer: Rishabh Pant
62
________ in the IUPAC nomenclature system is considered to be a derivative of hydrocarbons in which a hydrogen atom is replaced by -OR -OAr groups, where R and Ar represent alkyl and aryl groups, respectively.
MCQ
Correct answer: Ethers
63
As of February 2020, which of the following players has won the highest number of tennis grand slam men singles category tournaments?
MCQ
Correct answer: Roger Federer
64
Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about migration in India?
MCQ
Correct answer: Migration does not depend on social factors.
65
What chemical reactions occur when the proteins and sugars in and on your food are changed by heat, creating new tastes, aromas and colours?
MCQ
Correct answer: Maillard reaction
66
Indian shooter Singhraj Adhana won the bronze medal in the men's ______ air pistol SH1 class at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.
MCQ
Correct answer: 10 m
67
In the early 20th century, who among the following published a paper explaining the theory that continental landmasses ‘flowed’ over the Earth, sometimes plowing through the oceans and into each other?
MCQ
Correct answer: Alfred Wegener
68
D' in AIDS stands for:
MCQ
Correct answer: Deficiency
69
Which of the following countries are covered by the Amazon rain forest?
MCQ
Correct answer: Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela and Bolivia
70
Which of the following is an example of a flow variable?
MCQ
Correct answer: Export of food grains in a particular financial year.
71
Gaur Maria is an important ritualistic dance from which state?
MCQ
Correct answer: Chhattisgarh
72
When did John Dalton publish a paper titled 'A New System of Chemical Philosophy' describing principles such as the uniqueness of atoms of the same element, relative atomic mass and the laws of chemical combination?
MCQ
Correct answer: 1808
73
Which metal is used for making bulb filaments?
MCQ
Correct answer: Tungsten
74
What is the most common symptom of osteomalacia?
MCQ
Correct answer: Bone pain and muscle weakness
75
Which is the programme launched by the Government of India in 2020, focusing on making India a self-sufficient country?
MCQ
Correct answer: Atmanirbhar Bharat
76
Why do low-pressure trough over the northern plains of India become weaker during October-November?
MCQ
Correct answer: Due to the apparent movement of the sun towards the south
77
Who among the following clinched gold medals in the men's youth competition at the Asian Youth and Junior Boxing Championships in Amman, Jordan held in March 2022? (i) Vishwanath Suresh (ii) Vanshaj
MCQ
Correct answer: Both (i) and (ii)
78
Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes the concept of ‘titles’ and says “no title (except for military and academic titles) shall be conferred by the State”?
MCQ
Correct answer: Article 18
79
Which of the following river is known as Ponnani in Kerla and has a total drainage area of the basin as 6,186 sq. km?
MCQ
Correct answer: Bharathappuzha
80
Upon the fragmentation of Bahmani Kingdom, the sultanate of Bijapur was founded by ___________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Yusuf Adil Shah
81
The flow of nutrients and energy from one organism to another at different trophic levels is known as:
MCQ
Correct answer: food chain
82
Which of the following states rank first and second, respectively, in population, according to the Census 2011?
MCQ
Correct answer: Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra
83
In the Fourth Five-Year Plan, how many Indian Scheduled Commercial Banks were nationalised?
MCQ
Correct answer: 14
84
Pandit Ram Narayan, an Indian musician, was credited with popularising the musical instrument ________ as a solo concert instrument.
MCQ
Correct answer: sarangi
85
The National Multidimensional Poverty Index is released by the ______.
MCQ
Correct answer: NITI Aayog
86
In 1856, Berthelot synthesised which compound by the reaction of a mixture of sulfated hydrogen with carbon disulfide on red-hot copper?
MCQ
Correct answer: Methane
87
__________ defeated the Indian Railway 3 - 0, to win the men’s title at the Senior National Volleyball Championship 2021-22.
MCQ
Correct answer: Haryana
88
In 2020, President of __________, Jair Bolsonaro, was called as the chief guest to the Republic Day celebration of India.
MCQ
Correct answer: Brazil
89
Which of the following is a major component of Compressed Natural Gas?
MCQ
Correct answer: Methane
90
In which year was the National Tansen Samman instituted?
MCQ
Correct answer: 1980
91
Which of the following sports is the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup related to?
MCQ
Correct answer: Hockey
92
Which of the following Constitutional amendments entered the Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?
MCQ
Correct answer: 42nd
93
Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution provides that no child below 14 years of age shall be employed to work?
MCQ
Correct answer: Article 24
94
The ‘Right to Work’ plan, under the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005, was implemented in how many districts in the first phase?
MCQ
Correct answer: 200
95
Which of the following is NOT a pesticide?
MCQ
Correct answer: Homicide
96
Which year census is the 15th National census survey conducted by the Census Organisation of India?
MCQ
Correct answer: 2011
97
According to the World Bank, what was the literacy rate of the total adult population (% of people ages 15 and above) in 2019 in Pakistan?
MCQ
Correct answer: 58%
Section 3
General Engineering Civil and Structural
103 questions
Section Test
98
Condensation is the process of the transformation of:
MCQ
Correct answer: vapour into liquid
99
An image formed with a lens that can be projected onto a screen is called:
MCQ
Correct answer: a real image
100
In 2022, which state government launched the "Naan Mudhalvan Scheme" which aims to equip about 10 lakh youth across the State annually with skills that will help them realise their talents for the benefit of the country?
MCQ
Correct answer: Tamil Nadu
101
The hydraulic mean depth of a circular sewer of internal diameter 100 cm, running in fully occupied cross section is given by:
MCQ
Correct answer: 25 cm
102
According to IS 800 - 2007 ,in the design of a tension member using bolted connections, the net area required to carry the design load t is given by equation __________. Where An = net cross sectional area required fu = yield stress in steel
MCQ
Correct answer: An= Tu fu 1 25
103
The machines which transform a power input (e.g. from an electric motor) into a hydraulic power output are:
MCQ
Correct answer: pumps
104
Consider the following statements regarding standard measurement book and ordinary measurement book. Which of the following options is/are true? i.Standard measurement books show only the measurement of building works. ii.Ordinary measurement books are used for the purpose of checking the bills of contractor while standard measurement books are helpful in preparing repair estimates. iii.Ordinary measurement books are numbered alphabetically while standard measurement books are numbered numerically.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both i and ii
105
The length of one rail is 15 m and the number of sleepers per rail length is 22. Find the expression for sleeper density and also find the number of sleepers required for the construction of 525 m of track.
MCQ
Correct answer: 770, (M+7)
106
A plate at a distance of 0.03 mm from a fixed plate moves at 0.8 m/s and requires a force of 1.50 N/m2 area of plate. Determine the dynamic viscosity of liquid between the plates.
MCQ
Correct answer: 56.25 × 10-6 N-S/m 2
107
Flat, gravitational and hump yard are the types of:
MCQ
Correct answer: marshalling yard
108
While designing a concrete mix, if 5 % of the results are allowed to fall below the characteristic strength and if the assumed standard deviation is 6 MPa, then what will be the Target mean strength (TMS) (MPa) of M40 grade of concrete?
MCQ
Correct answer: 50
109
The failure plane in direct shear test is the _____.
MCQ
Correct answer: horizontal plane
110
According to IS 800:2007, beams shall be designed and checked for:
MCQ
Correct answer: stiffness, bending strength, and buckling
111
Levelling in which staff and readings and the distance between the points is required is called:
MCQ
Correct answer: profile levelling
112
In a level crossing, the canal and the drainage meet each other at _________ level.
MCQ
Correct answer: the same
113
For a closed pentagonal traverse, the sum of measured angles came out be $545^\circ$. Angle A calculated by measured bearings was $50^\circ$. What will be the corrected angle A?
MCQ
Correct answer: 490
114
The process of stones which includes excavating, wedging, heating and blasting is called:
MCQ
Correct answer: quarrying
115
With respect to plane table surveying, the terms ‘triangle of error’, ‘great circle’, ‘great triangle’ are related to:
MCQ
Correct answer: Lehmann method
116
If the pessimistic estimate of a project is ₹12 Cr, the optimistic is ₹9 Cr and the most likely estimate is ₹10 Cr, then the expected value (₹in Cr) would be
MCQ
Correct answer: 10.16
117
As per IS (383-1970), in how many zones are the Grading limits of fine aggregates distributed?
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
118
According to IS 287: 1993, in classifying timber, the average annual relative humidity ( %) of Zone IV region of India is more than:
MCQ
Correct answer: 67
119
Which of the following statements in the context of a circular sewer of full depth ‘D’ is correct?
MCQ
Correct answer: Maximum discharge is obtained when depth of flow is 0.95 D.
120
Long wall-short wall method is also called ______________.
MCQ
Correct answer: separate or individual wall method
121
There are two types of energy losses through pipes, major losses and minor losses. Major losses through pipes are due to ____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: friction
122
Which of the following methods is used to calculate average precipitation over a catchment area?
MCQ
Correct answer: Isohyetal method
123
A combination of two or more pipes connected end-to-end (series) is known as pipe in series. For pipes in series, the discharge through the pipe is _____________
MCQ
Correct answer: constant
124
Corrosion in reinforced concrete structures affects the structural durability due to:
MCQ
Correct answer: chlorination and carbonation
125
A channel is said to be the most economical section when, it gives maximum discharge for a given area and slope. What is the relation between hydraulic radius and depth for the most economical trapezoidal section?
MCQ
Correct answer: Hydraulic radius = depth/2
126
Which of the following physical inspection test apparatus is used for determining the Cement Initial and final setting times?
MCQ
Correct answer: Vicat apparatus
127
As per IS:2386 (part -II 1)-1963, the following formula of aggregates is given for: Net weight of aggregate in kg Capacity of container on litre
MCQ
Correct answer: Bulk Density
128
A circular beam section is subjected to a shear force of 40π kN. The maximum shear stress allowed in the material is 6 MPa. Calculate the safe diameter of the section, assuming a factor of safety equal to 2.
MCQ
Correct answer: 266.66 mm
129
As per Indian Standard (IS 383 : 2016), the grading of fine aggregates is divided into how many zones?
MCQ
Correct answer: Four
130
The Indian Parliament passed a Central Legislation named Air Pollution Control Act in the year:
MCQ
Correct answer: 1981
131
Which of the following is an INCORRECTLY stated assumption in the theory of simple bending of beams?
MCQ
Correct answer: The radius of curvature is small compared to beam dimensions
132
The junk or demolition value of a structure, calculated at the end of its utility span, that has lost all of its structural strength and is near to its demolition is called:
MCQ
Correct answer: scrap value
133
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to modulus of rigidity?
MCQ
Correct answer: It is a ratio between shear stress and shear strain.
134
Chezy’s coefficient (C) is related to Manning’s roughness coefficient (n) as ______
MCQ
Correct answer: C==R $\frac{1}{6}$
135
For a BG track with M+5 sleeper density, find the number of fish plates required for 1 km of track.
MCQ
Correct answer: 308
136
Which level has internal compensator mechanism to automatically adjust the line of sight?
MCQ
Correct answer: Auto-level
137
Chemical compounds such as Dichloro-diphenyl trichloro-ethane (DDT) are applied on wood for the prevention of:
MCQ
Correct answer: insects
138
Which of the following is NOT a function of GPS?
MCQ
Correct answer: Measurement of earthwork
139
Which of the following is NOT a method for estimating deflections in beams?
MCQ
Correct answer: Mohr's circle method
140
A combination of two or more pipes connected between two points so that the discharge divides at the first junction and re-joins at the next is known as ____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: pipes in parallel
141
In granular materials, the resistance to sliding on any plane within the soil mass depends upon the ____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: normal force and angle of internal friction
142
The meridians that are parallel to the directions taken by freely moving magnetised needles, as in a compass are called as:
MCQ
Correct answer: magnetic meridians
143
A simply supported beam of length L is associated with two point loads each of magnitude P, acting at one third of span from either end as per the following diagram. Calculate the magnitude of bending moment acting at the left end support.
MCQ
Correct answer: Zero
144
Which of the following oxides is present in highest proportion in Ordinary Portland cement?
MCQ
Correct answer: CaO
145
Which the following is NOT an assumption of Rankine Theory?
MCQ
Correct answer: Soil is cohesive.
146
If the perimeter of traverse is 2000 m and the amount of closing error is 10 m, then the relative closing error would be:
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.005
147
For 45-degree cranked or bend up bar, the inclined length of crank is equal to:
MCQ
Correct answer: 42 d
148
The clear minimum perpendicular distance between the inner faces of two rails is called as:
MCQ
Correct answer: rail gauge
149
In oven drying method, the soil sample is kept in the oven for about ______ hours.
MCQ
Correct answer: 24
150
Defective outlet and head regulator, along with inadequate slope and not-regime section result in ___________ of the channel.
MCQ
Correct answer: silting
151
Inglis formula for the calculation of peak drainage discharge is applicable to:
MCQ
Correct answer: fan shaped catchments in old Bombay State
152
On which of the following factors does the duty of irrigation water NOT depend?
MCQ
Correct answer: Population of the locality
153
For an isotropic homogeneous body, the ratio of lateral strain to axial strain is called as:
MCQ
Correct answer: Poisson's ratio
154
According to IS 456, the anchorage value of a standard U-type hook shall be equal to X times the diameter of the bar, where X is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 16
155
X is the measure and adjustment of price levels for goods and services across a broad sector of the economy, where X is:
MCQ
Correct answer: indexation
156
The specific gravity of soil solids is determined by:
MCQ
Correct answer: pycnometer method
157
If a structural steel member having an ultimate strength of 1100 units is to be designed for resisting buckling, then the design strength to be considered as per the Indian standard shall be:
MCQ
Correct answer: 1000 units
158
The capacity of doing work by a skilled labour in the form of quantity of work per day is known as _______.
MCQ
Correct answer: out turn of labour
159
During painting, white lead is added to paint and it acts as:
MCQ
Correct answer: base
160
In which type of barrier is most of the ponding done by gates and smaller or nil part of it is done by the raised crest?
MCQ
Correct answer: Barrage
161
During a concrete mix design process, what happens to its free maximum water cement ratio when grades of concrete is increased?
MCQ
Correct answer: Decreases
162
Consider the following statements with regard to cubical content method. I. Length and breadth should be taken as the external dimensions of the buildings at floor level. II. Height should be taken from floor level to the top of the roof. Which of the following options are true?
MCQ
Correct answer: Both statements I and II are true
163
The RL of a point is 120 m and elevation of the instrument is 1 m. If a contour line of 119 m is to be plotted, the reading on the staff should be:
MCQ
Correct answer: 2 m
164
What will be the effective length of a discontinuous strut comprised of a single angle connected with more than one bolt in the plane of gusset? Given: L is the actual length of the strut.
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.85 L
165
The value of the property recorded in the municipality register for analysing the municipal taxed amount to be collected from the owner is called __________.
MCQ
Correct answer: assessed value
166
If R is the horizontal distance and d is the diameter of the earth, then usually the correction due to curvature in levelling is given by
MCQ
Correct answer: d2/2R
167
Which of the following will have more viscous bitumen?
MCQ
Correct answer: Tack coat
168
Seashore gravels are of which of the following types?
MCQ
Correct answer: Rounded
169
The phenomenon of increase in the volume of a given mass of sand caused by the films of water pushing the sand particles apart is referred to as:
MCQ
Correct answer: bulking
170
A good building stone should have which of the following qualities? i. Uniform texture ii. Strength iii. Fire resistance iv. Hardness
MCQ
Correct answer: (i), (ii), (iii), (iv)
171
Upon a detailed topographical investigation, an engineer wants to align a canal. Along which of the following should he align the canal?
MCQ
Correct answer: Ridge line
172
Which of the following is NOT the most common laboratory methods for determining the coefficient of permeability of soils?
MCQ
Correct answer: Indirect determination from compaction test
173
If (W1) is the weight of brick at room temperature and (W2) is the brick weight after the brick immersion in water for 24 hours, then the percentage of brick water absorption is calculated as:
MCQ
Correct answer: W 2 - W 1 ×100 W 1
174
Which of the following components of the weir divides the river width into weir portion and under sluices pocket?
MCQ
Correct answer: Divide wall
175
The characteristic strength of concrete is defined as the strength of material below which NOT more than X percent of the test results are expected to fall, where X is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 5
176
Select the correct statement with respect to oval or egg shaped sewers.
MCQ
Correct answer: These are suitable for varying discharge.
177
The rolled steel I-sections are most commonly used as beams because of which of the following reasons?
MCQ
Correct answer: They have greater lateral stability, larger moment of resistance and higher moment of inertia with less cross- sectional area.
178
The stage of plate laying in track construction includes:
MCQ
Correct answer: placing of rail and sleepers
179
A rectangular suppressed weir is a device used to measure stream flow in an open channel. For a rectangular suppressed weir flowing free, the discharge Q is related to the head H over the weir as ____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Q Cd /2 g H 2
180
Which of the following is NOT a method of noise abatement and control?
MCQ
Correct answer: Haphazard planning of cities
181
Due to which of the following reasons is reinforcement installed during the construction of concrete pipelines?
MCQ
Correct answer: To enable it to withstand inside and outside pressure
182
Which of the following bogue compounds in OPC responsible for progressive strength by slow hardening and releasing less heat of hydration?
MCQ
Correct answer: Dicalcium silicate
183
The objective of lime-soda softening process is:
MCQ
Correct answer: to remove hardness by forming an insoluble precipitate
184
In traversing by included angle method, which of the following is correct? i. If the direction of progress is counter clockwise, the included angles measured clockwise are interior angles. ii. If the direction of progress is clockwise, the included angles measured clockwise are interior angles. iii. If the direction of progress is counter clockwise, the included angles measured clockwise are exterior angles. iv. If the direction of progress is clockwise, the included angles measured clockwise are exterior angles.
MCQ
Correct answer: i and iv
185
The method that measures changes in the price of inputs to the construction process by monitoring separately the cost of each factor is called as:
MCQ
Correct answer: input indices
186
The maximum bulking of sand occurs at a water content between ___________.
MCQ
Correct answer: 4% and 5%
187
Which of the following formulas is used for calculation of earthwork volume and is also known as the average end area formula?
MCQ
Correct answer: Trapezoidal formula
188
A carpet area which includes the inner walls and balcony of the structure at floor is called ________.
MCQ
Correct answer: plinth area
189
In the design of a cantilever beam, main steel reinforcement is provided along ______ face of the beam.
MCQ
Correct answer: tension
190
The sprinkler irrigation method for water distribution is most suitable:
MCQ
Correct answer: when the land topography is irregular
191
__________ condition develops in saturated thick layer of loose fine sandy soils, when disturbed due to vibration from pile driving in adjoining area or by pressure of flowing water.
MCQ
Correct answer: Quick sand
192
According to the assumptions made in the limit state method of design of a compression member, The maximum compressive strain in concrete under axial compression is __________
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.002
193
Identify the correct expression with respect to depth of beam in RC structures. Where D =Overall depth of beam d = Effective depth of beam d’ = Effective cover
MCQ
Correct answer: D = d + d’
194
In structural steel construction, the distance between centre of fasteners shall NOT be less than X times the nominal diameter of the fastener, where X is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 5
195
A water supply pipe with a diameter of 0.5 m conveys 0.8 m3/sec of water from a source, where the lowest water level is at RL 92.00 m to a reservoir level where it is delivered at RL 108.00 m. The distance between source and supply is 500 m and the friction factor of a pipe is 0.03. Calculate the static head required to calculate the capacity of the pump.
MCQ
Correct answer: 16 m
196
As per IRC, which of the following is NOT a recommended characteristic of the road shoulder?
MCQ
Correct answer: It’s minimum width should be 4.6 m.
197
Select the incorrect statement regarding biomedical wastes segregated into red coloured bins as per Indian Rules, 1998.
MCQ
Correct answer: These may contain chemical solid wastes.
198
As per IS 456:2000, for the design of doubly reinforced beam, the area of compression reinforcement Asc is given by _______, where, Mu = ultimate flexural strength of doubly reinforced section Mu.lim = limiting moment of resistance fsc = stress in the compression steel d = effective depth d’ = depth of compression reinforcement
MCQ
Correct answer: Asc Mu- Mu lim fsc (d- d)
199
Engineering hydrology does NOT deal with:
MCQ
Correct answer: estimation of water demand
200
Signs having red border, white background and black symbols are:
MCQ
Correct answer: can be both warning and prohibitory signs