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SSC JE (Civil) Official Paper-I (Held On: 06 Jun, 2024 Shift 3) (English)
SSC JE (Civil) Official Paper-I (Held On: 06 Jun, 2024 Shift 3) (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 correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order (in terms of food chain). 1. Grass 2. Grasshopper 3. Frog 4. Snake 5. Eagle
MCQ
Correct answer: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
2
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order? LFC, IDZ, FBW, CZT, ZXQ, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: WVN
3
CEG is related to KMO in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, GIK is related to OQS. To which of the following is MOQ related, following the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: UWY
4
Seven friends S, Q, K, P, E, C and N have different ages. S is older than N but younger than E. K is older than P. Q is younger than E. C is younger than K. N is older than P. C is older than P. K is younger than Q. Which among them is the oldest?
MCQ
Correct answer: E
5
The position(s) of how many letters will remain unchanged if each of the letters in the word PLANKED is arranged in the English alphabetical order?
MCQ
Correct answer: Zero
6
P, Q, R, S, T, U and V are sitting around a circular table facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). P is sitting to the immediate left of V. R is sitting to the immediate right of T. U is sitting to the immediate left of P and immediate right of S. Q is sitting to the immediate left of S. T is sitting to the immediate right of V. Who is sitting to the immediate left of Q?
MCQ
Correct answer: R
7
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the following series? 11, 17, 29, 47, 71, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 101
8
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series? 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 68
9
A dice has its faces marked by letters R, S, T, U, V and W. Two positions of the same dice are shown below. Which face is opposite to face R?
MCQ
Correct answer: W
10
In a certain code language, ‘he is right’ is coded as ‘ab yo km’ and ‘right now here’ is coded as ‘km gh bd’. How is ‘right’ coded in the given language?
MCQ
Correct answer: km
11
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order? VUR, TSP, RQN, POL, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: NMJ
12
A, B, C, D, P, Q, and R are sitting around a circular table, facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). Only three people sit between D and R when counted from the right of R.B is an immediate neighbour of both R and Q.P sits second to the left of D.C is not an immediate neighbour of D. Who is sitting third to the right of R?
MCQ
Correct answer: A
13
The position(s) of how many letters will remain unchanged if each of the letters in the word SMOTHER is arranged in the English alphabetical order?
MCQ
Correct answer: Zero
14
How many triangles are there in the given figure?
MCQ
Correct answer: 12
15
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series? 54, 43, 33, 24, 16, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 9
16
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order? NTZ, LRX, JPV, HNT, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: FLR
17
‘UV 4’ is related to ‘WX 16’ in a certain way based on the English alphabetical and numerical order. In the same way, ‘PQ 3’ is related to ‘RS 9’. To which of the following is ‘AB 5’ related following the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: CD 25
18
If'+' means 'subtraction', '−' means 'division', '÷' means 'multiplication' and'×' means 'addition', then what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation? 30 − 5 × 2960 + 74 ÷ 4 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 2670
19
In a certain code language, ‘A + B’ means ‘A is the husband of B’, ‘A − B’ means ‘A is the wife of B’, ‘A × B’ means ‘A is the father of B’, and ‘A ÷ B’ means ‘A is the sister of B’. How is P related to T if ‘P − Q × R ÷ S + T’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Husband’s mother
20
152 is related to 19 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 232 is related to 29. To which of the following is 392 related, following the same logic? (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/deleting/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.)
MCQ
Correct answer: 49
21
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.) Pressure : Pascal
MCQ
Correct answer: Work : Joule
22
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following 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.) (16, 9, 14) (33, 11, 44)
MCQ
Correct answer: (18, 7, 22)
23
Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which conclusion/s logically follow/s from the given statements. Statements: All plants are rocks. All rocks are lakes. No lake is a kite. Conclusions: (I) No rock is a kite. (II) At least some lakes are plants.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both conclusions (I) and (II) follow.
24
In a certain code language, ‘FISH’ is coded as ‘7913’ and ‘SALE’ is coded as ‘8641’. What is the code for ‘S’ in the given language?
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
25
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
26
CE 13 is related to GI 19 in a certain way. In the same way, KM 19 is related to OQ 25. To which of the following is SU 17 related, following the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: WY 23
27
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order? FZP, DYU, BXZ, ZWE, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: XVJ
28
Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: Some phones are tablets. Some tablets are laptops. Conclusion 1: Some laptops are phones. Conclusion 2: No phone is a laptop.
MCQ
Correct answer: None of the conclusions follow
29
Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order. 1. State 2. Village 3. District 4. Nation 5. House
MCQ
Correct answer: 4, 1, 3, 2, 5
30
In a certain code language, ‘BOIL’ is coded as ‘6428’ and ‘LEAD’ is coded as ‘9671’. What is the code for ‘L’ in that language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 6
31
In a certain code language, ‘DYO’ is coded as ‘44’ and ‘PDX’ is coded as ‘44’. What is the code for ‘ZMB’ in the given language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 41
32
What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘–’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged? 55 × 5 – 3 ÷ 6 + 12 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 17
33
Select the option figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the figure given below to complete the pattern.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
34
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following 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.) (6, 18, 123) (17, 9, 168)
MCQ
Correct answer: (14, 8, 127)
35
Dilip starts from point A and drives 6 km towards the North. He then takes a right turn and drives 2 km. He then takes a left turn and drives 3 km. He then takes a left turn and drives 7 km. He takes a final left turn and drives 9 km to reach point B. How far (shortest distance) and towards which direction should he drive in order to reach Point A again? (All turns are 90 degrees turns only unless specified)
MCQ
Correct answer: 5 km East
36
Select the triad in which the numbers are related to each other in the same way as are the numbers of the given triads. (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 /deleting /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.) (218, 121, 97) (254, 138, 116)
MCQ
Correct answer: (325, 184, 141)
37
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
38
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at OG as shown below.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
39
What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘−’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged? 4 ÷ 5 + 21 × 3 − 2= ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 15
40
PUQT is related to RWSV in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, SXTW is related to UZVY. To which of the following is KPLO related, following the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: MRNQ
41
PTOS is related to NRMQ in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, JNIM is related to HLGK. To which of the following is QUPT related, following the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: OSNR
42
123 is related to 223 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 465 is related to 565. To which of the following is 786 related, following the same logic? (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.)
MCQ
Correct answer: 886
43
What will come in place of the question mark (?)in the following equation if‘+* and are interchanged and x and are interchanged? 42 6 5 8 34
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
44
‘TOUR’ is related to ‘VQWT’ in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, ‘QLRO’ is related to ‘SNTQ’. To which of the following is ‘MHNK’ related following the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: OJPM
45
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order PRT, LNP, HJL, DFH, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: ZBD
46
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
47
In a certain code language, A @ B means ‘A is the mother of B’ A – B means ‘A is the brother of B’ A % B means ‘A is the son of B’ A ÷ B means ‘A is the father of B’ Based on the above, how is E related to M if ‘E % F ÷ G – H @ M’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Mother’s brother
48
Pillar P is to the west of Pillar Q. Pillar R is to the east of Pillar Q. Pillar T is to the north of Pillar R. Pillar U is to the south of Pillar R. What is the position of Pillar Q with respect to Pillar U?
MCQ
Correct answer: North-West
49
What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order? CGPY, KOXG, SWFO, AENW, ?
MCQ
Correct answer: IMVE
Section 2
General Awareness
48 questions
Section Test
50
Select the option in which the numbers share the same relationship as that shared by the given number triads. 9-5-1 14-10-6 (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole number, 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.)
MCQ
Correct answer: 20-16-12
51
Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee, Prabhat Sarma from Assam was an eminent player of which of the following musical instruments?
MCQ
Correct answer: Flute
52
Which of the following lakes is located in Buldhana district of Maharashtra?
MCQ
Correct answer: Lonar
53
According to Census of India 2011, what is the population growth rate in the Hindu community?
MCQ
Correct answer: 16.8%
54
Which of the following statements about the Rajasthan Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill 2023 is INCORRECT?
MCQ
Correct answer: The bill offers free education to all residents of Rajasthan.
55
What is the freezing point of water on the Celsius scale?
MCQ
Correct answer: $0^\circ$C
56
Otto von Guericke was the most prominent person known for which invention in the 17th century?
MCQ
Correct answer: Air pump
57
In dravidian style of temples the main temple tower is known as ___________ .
MCQ
Correct answer: vimana
58
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
MCQ
Correct answer: To provide energy
59
Sahel is an area in Africa that has lost a huge area of productive land in the last century due to excessive human activities and climate change. This area is a blaring example of _______________.
MCQ
Correct answer: desertification
60
If an atom has atomic number = 6 and number of neutrons = 10, then what is the atomic mass of the atom?
MCQ
Correct answer: 16
61
As per newest notification of december 2023, the decennial Census of India to be delayed till at least ____________ .
MCQ
Correct answer: October 2024
62
If the meat is cooked above $140^\circ$C, which of the following reactions occurs?
MCQ
Correct answer: Maillard reaction
63
What is the name of the scheme announced by Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu in September 2023 for the welfare of the state's labour force?
MCQ
Correct answer: Mukhya Mantri Shramik Kalyan Yojana
64
Which of the following are the functions of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes? 1) Providing Constitutional protection to Scheduled Castes 2) Investigating any case that violates the interests of Scheduled Castes 3) Submitting a report to the Prime Minister related to the protection of Scheduled Castes 4) Presenting to the President, annually and at such other times as the Commission may deem fit, reports upon the working of those safeguards
MCQ
Correct answer: Only 1, 2 and 4
65
The world's largest population of which endangered species resides in Assam's Kaziranga National Park?
MCQ
Correct answer: One-horned rhinoceros
66
The supreme court has published new guidelines for which designation on 17 July 2023?
MCQ
Correct answer: Senior Advocate
67
What is the name of project undertaken by the Indian Government to conserve tigers when their population dwindled to very low numbers?
MCQ
Correct answer: Project Tiger
68
According to Census of India 2011, which state recorded the second highest literacy rate in India?
MCQ
Correct answer: Mizoram
69
What is a small, shallow freshwater body with calm water called?
MCQ
Correct answer: Pond
70
The Indian Copper Complex (ICC) is located at Ghatsila in the state of ________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Jharkhand
71
Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?
MCQ
Correct answer: FIFA World Cup Football 2022 – Japan
72
What is the frequency of an object if we know that it oscillates 100 times in 5 seconds?
MCQ
Correct answer: 20 Hz
73
What is the process by which one organism captures and consumes another organism called?
MCQ
Correct answer: Predation
74
The Gujarat Assembly, on 18 September 2023, approved a bill that reserves ____________ of local body seats specifically for Other Backward Classes (OBCs).
MCQ
Correct answer: 27%
75
Who was the chairman of the task force on the production and promotion of biofertilizers constituted by NITI Aayog in 2021?
MCQ
Correct answer: Prof. Ramesh Chand
76
Which of the following features was borrowed by the Constitution of India from Ireland?
MCQ
Correct answer: Directive Principles of State Policy
77
Which months are known for the season of retreating monsoon in India?
MCQ
Correct answer: October and November
78
If a government wants to boost economic growth in a recession, which measure is it likely to take?
MCQ
Correct answer: Increase public spending
79
The 'Rajya Sangeeta Vidwan' award is conferred by which state?
MCQ
Correct answer: Karnataka
80
The enzyme that is essential for fat digestion is:
MCQ
Correct answer: lipase
81
Match the following. A Propene 1 Unsaturated 3 carbon chains with double bond B Propyne 2 Unsaturated 3 carbon chains with triple bond C Propane 3 Saturated 3 carbon bonds
MCQ
Correct answer: A-1, B-2, C-3
82
Who has been appointed as India’s first Woman Aide-De-Camp by the governor of Mizoram?
MCQ
Correct answer: Manisha Padhi
83
Which disease is characterised by the body's inability to regulate blood sugar levels?
MCQ
Correct answer: Diabetes
84
Under the Regulating Act of 1773, the Supreme Court was established by British Emperor in which of the following cities in British India?
MCQ
Correct answer: Calcutta
85
Which of the following fundamental rights has been amended as a constitutional right in the form of Article 300A in the new Chapter IV Part XII of the Indian Constitution?
MCQ
Correct answer: Right to Property
86
By what name is Vitamin B1 known which is essential for glucose metabolism and healthy nerve, muscle and heart function?
MCQ
Correct answer: Thiamin
87
How many items did the Swaran Singh Committee recommend to be incorporated in the Constitution of India as duties of the Indian citizen?
MCQ
Correct answer: 8
88
Boron is the only metalloid of which group of the periodic table?
MCQ
Correct answer: Group 13
89
Which of the following options is used to check the spelling and grammar in a Microsoft Word document?
MCQ
Correct answer: Review tab
90
Mahatma Gandhi gave the slogan of ‘Do or Die’ during the ___________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Quit India Movement
91
Mango shower is a term used for __________________.
MCQ
Correct answer: pre-monsoon showers
92
When did the Indigo Revolt of Bengal take place?
MCQ
Correct answer: 1859 C.E.
93
Which of the following steps can be taken to mitigate landslides? A. Settlements to be avoided in identified landslide-prone areas B. Cutting of unnecessary trees and vegetation C. Building strong walls D. Not constructing drainage systems to avoid constructions
MCQ
Correct answer: A and C
94
Which system of India is based on the Westminster model?
MCQ
Correct answer: Indian Parliamentary system
95
PT Usha clocked a timing of 55.42 sec in 400-metre hurdles at which of the following Olympic Games?
MCQ
Correct answer: 1984 Los Angeles
96
In the context of internet access, Wi-Fi stands for ________________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Wireless Fidelity
97
Who was re-appointed as the Solicitor General of India for a term of three years starting from 1 July 2023?
MCQ
Correct answer: Tushar Mehta
Section 3
General Engineering Civil and Structural
103 questions
Section Test
98
The basophilic nucleoprotein granules that are scattered within the cytoplasm of a nerve cell and helps in the protein synthesis are known as:
MCQ
Correct answer: Nissl bodies
99
Which of the following sentences is/are true? i. After independence, about two-thirds of India’s population is now (2011 Census) literate. ii. In India, between 2001 and 2011, male literacy rose faster than female literacy. iii. Female literacy rose by about 10.4 per cent between 2001 and 2011 in India.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only i and iii
100
Which of the following sentence/s is/are NOT correct? i. The detailed estimates of revenue receipts are usually presented in the finance bill. ii. Non-tax revenue of the central government mainly consists of taxes imposed on goods imported into and exported out of India. iii. Revenue receipts are redeemable.
MCQ
Correct answer: ii and iii
101
As per IS 456 : 2000, the design strength of a short axially loaded compression member is expressed as _______. Where, fy=characteristic strength of the compression reinforcement, Asc=area of longitudinal reinforcement for columns, fck=characteristic compressive strensth of the concrete, Ac=Area of concrete.
MCQ
Correct answer: 0 4 fc kAc 0 67 fy As c
102
If the value of Poisson’s ratio for a material is given as 0.35, then the elastic constants are related to each other as:
MCQ
Correct answer: E = 2.7G
103
As per Euler’s theory, buckling of the long column occurs when ________. (Given, P = Applied axial load and Pcr = Crippling load by Euler’s theory)
MCQ
Correct answer: P > Pcr
104
Which of the following options serves all the three objectives mentioned below? I: To promote human health II: To provide a cleaner environment III: To break the cycle of diseases
MCQ
Correct answer: Sanitary system
105
Which of the given procedures should be followed before applying paint onto different components of a building? i) Chalking ii) Flaking iii) Removing blisters iv) Surface wetting
MCQ
Correct answer: All of (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
106
Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion and Reason. Assertion: Proper deep ploughing, which is done by tractors, requires overall less quality of water and hence, the duty is high. Reason: Ploughing should be done properly and deeply so that the moisture-retaining capacity of the soil is increased.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
107
Which of the following methods used for finding the slope and deflection of beams is also called the ‘method of singularity function’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Macaulay’s method
108
Which of the following property of water makes the raindrops to form roughly spherical structure?
MCQ
Correct answer: surface tension
109
Calculate the design stress for a steel grade Fe-415 after applying necessary factor of safety, in case of design of RCC members in accordance with limit state design.
MCQ
Correct answer: 361.05 N/mm2
110
Which of the following is/are the objectives of road sign? i. Promote road safety ii. Promote efficient movement of vehicles iii. Increase design speed iv. Calculate traffic volume v. Provide warning for safe movement
MCQ
Correct answer: Only i, ii and v
111
The tangent drawn to the instantaneous velocity in a flow field is called:
MCQ
Correct answer: streamline
112
Which of the following methods of transportation of concrete is useful for transporting the concrete to a relatively greater distance from batching plant?
MCQ
Correct answer: Transit mixer
113
Which of the following can be used as an alternative for the blast furnace in the steel manufacturing industry for energy saving?
MCQ
Correct answer: Pulverised coal injection
114
In the direct shear test conducted on soils, a proving ring is used to _______.
MCQ
Correct answer: measure the magnitude of shear load
115
Which of the following is a type of detailed estimate?
MCQ
Correct answer: Revised estimate
116
Identify different stages in the treatment of sewage.
MCQ
Correct answer: Primary treatment, secondary treatment and disinfection
117
Which of the following indicates a preliminary stage of dead knot, where the fibres of knot are not firmly held in the surrounding wood?
MCQ
Correct answer: Loose knot
118
Which of the following is the hazardous waste produced by petroleum refining industries?
MCQ
Correct answer: Spent clay-containing oil
119
Which of the following estimates mostly resembles a detailed estimate ?
MCQ
Correct answer: Item rate estimate
120
For a balanced beam section, the limit state is reached when:
MCQ
Correct answer: there is the simultaneous crushing of concrete and yielding of steel
121
A reinforced concrete slab must be designed as _______in order to develop complete the yield line pattern
MCQ
Correct answer: under reinforced
122
Which property of concrete makes it advantageous for construction of bridges?
MCQ
Correct answer: High compressive strength
123
Which of the following statements about the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, under the Environment Protection Act, 1986, is INCORRECT?
MCQ
Correct answer: There are three categories of zones.
124
Which of the following type of coarse aggregate is preferred in road construction, so that greatest density of road layer is achieved?
MCQ
Correct answer: All-in aggregates
125
Which of the following stress distribution diagrams represents the condition where the intensity of direct stress is less than the intensity of bending stress? Where σmin is minimum resultant stress and σmax is maximum resultant stress.
MCQ
Correct answer: Omin Omax
126
Which of the following statements about the secondary treatment of sewage is INCORRECT?
MCQ
Correct answer: Primary treatment of sewage is not essential for efficient working of contact beds.
127
The biological treatment techniques used can be classified into attached growth processes and suspended growth processes. Which of the following treatments is classified under attached growth processes?
MCQ
Correct answer: Rotating biological conductor
128
As per IS 1077:1992, the size of standard modular burn clay building bricks is___
MCQ
Correct answer: 19 cm × 9 cm × 9 cm
129
In the case of preliminary estimate prepared per unit basis, the service units to be considered for a school and hospital are respectively ___________.
MCQ
Correct answer: classroom and bed
130
In case of absorption test on burnt clay building bricks as per IS 3495 (part 2);1992, bricks shall be soaked in cold water for a duration of______ .
MCQ
Correct answer: 24 hours
131
Which of the following term is used to express the process of water coming out from the concrete and accumulate at the surface of concrete during compaction?
MCQ
Correct answer: Bleeding
132
Why are air vessels fitted in reciprocating pumps?
MCQ
Correct answer: To reduce the head loss due to friction in suction and delivery pipe
133
A soil has a liquid limit of 40% and its plasticity index is 10%. The percentage passing through a 4.75 mm sieve is 60% and the percentage passing through a 75 micron sieve is 45%. The soil can be classified as:
MCQ
Correct answer: SM
134
If 90% of soil particles got retained over 2 mm sieve and 50% of soil particles got retained over 4.75 mm sieve, then the effective diameter of the soil will be:
MCQ
Correct answer: 2 mm
135
If the velocity of the fluid does NOT change with respect to time, the flow is said to be a/an:
MCQ
Correct answer: steady flow
136
What is the maximum limit of grade compensation for the gradient on the horizontal curve along highways, if ‘R’ is the radius of the circular curve in metres?
MCQ
Correct answer: 75
137
Which of the following statements is correct about measurement of the vertical angle while using a total station?
MCQ
Correct answer: It is usually measured as a zenith angle.
138
A rectangular RCC beam section having a width of 200 mm and depth of 300 mm is subjected to a factored shear force of 60 kN. Determine the nominal shear stress acting in the section if the effective cover is 50 mm and grade of concrete is M 20 and the grade of steel is Fe 415.
MCQ
Correct answer: 2 N/mm2
139
Following IS : 2502-1963, determine the approximate total length of bar of 6 mm diameter, measured along centre line, for the stirrup shown in Figure. (Note : Take the given stirrup dimensions in Figure as internal).
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.884 m
140
As per IS: 1562-1962, the ‘Diagonal Scale – A’ has a graduated length of _____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: 150 cm
141
The specific gravity of most of the stones lies between ________.
MCQ
Correct answer: 2 and 3
142
Laminated wood offers several advantages over solid wood. Which of the following is NOT an advantage of laminated wood?
MCQ
Correct answer: Structures can be designed with laminated wood based on the required strength and low-grade wood can be positioned accordingly.
143
Linear strains along X, Y and Z directions in an object with homogenous material are given as 0.05, 0.10 and 0.10, respectively. The size of the object before deformation was 20 cm × 10 cm × 10 cm. Determine the volumetric strain and change in volume of the material after deformation.
MCQ
Correct answer: Volumetric strain = 0.25, change in volume = 5 × 105 mm3
144
Identify the canal regulation structure, used for closing the supply to the downstream of the parent canal during repairs.
MCQ
Correct answer: cross regulator
145
Which of the following properties should the subgrade soil have in order to be used as highway material?
MCQ
Correct answer: Stability, incompressibility, good drainage
146
For a project, which of the following estimate is accorded sanction in a Technical sanction ?
MCQ
Correct answer: Detailed estimate
147
__________ are popularly known as white ants, though they are in no way related to ants.
MCQ
Correct answer: Termites
148
The markings on the kerbs are painted with which colour to increase user visibility?
MCQ
Correct answer: Alternate black and white
149
Identify the INCORRECT statement regarding ready-mix concrete (RMC). Consider that ordinary Portland cement is used for making RMC.
MCQ
Correct answer: Ready-mix concrete packed in bags should be added with a hydration activator while mixing with water.
150
Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements pertaining to lining of canals, labelled as Assertion and Reason. Assertion: The expenditure on lining depends on the availability of construction materials and transportation charges. Reason: To reduce the expenditure on lining, materials which are available in the vicinity of the project should be utilised.
MCQ
Correct answer: Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
151
The following are different factors that affect the diurnal variation in magnetic declination. The condition which may result in the maximum variation is _______________.
MCQ
Correct answer: at the Magnetic Poles during summer
152
Which of the following statements about soil pollution is INCORRECT?
MCQ
Correct answer: The area treatment method to prevent soil erosion involves treating the natural water courses.
153
Which of the following pairs of parameters of drinking water and their desirable limits is correctly matched (as per IS 10500: 1991)?
MCQ
Correct answer: Chlorides – 250 mg/l
154
In which type of dressing of stone are about 1 cm vertical or horizontal grooves sunk with a chisel having its shape as a hollow semi-circle?
MCQ
Correct answer: Punched dressing
155
What will be the discharge of a single-acting pump if it has one cylinder of area 0.5 m2 and stroke of length 20 cm and if the pump has 180 rpm of speed?
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.3 m3/s
156
In the laboratory determination of California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test on soils as per IS : 2720(Part 16) – 1987, the CBR values are usually reported for penetration values of :
MCQ
Correct answer: 5 mm, 5.0 mm
157
A catchment area of 10 km2 has recorded a rainfall of 25 mm/h. Assuming a runoff co- efficient of 0.3, the peak discharge from the catchment using the rational method is ________.
MCQ
Correct answer: 20.83 cumec
158
When pipes of different diameters are connected in series from end to end to form a pipe line, the total head loss developed is equal to____
MCQ
Correct answer: Sum of local head losses and major head losses in each pipe
159
Which of the piles is used for compacting loose granular soil?
MCQ
Correct answer: Compaction piles
160
Which of the following is not a functional charecteristics of kerbs used in road construction?
MCQ
Correct answer: provides cross slope to the pavement so that immediate drainage of water takes place
161
The effective length ratio ‘K’ for a column in frame with no sideway is limited between:
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.5 and 1.0
162
Which of the following factors is not accounted in the cost estimation of a reinforced concrete (RC) water tank?
MCQ
Correct answer: Density of water
163
The canal fall with a combination of a convex curve and a concave curve, which is provided for carrying the canal water from a higher level to a lower level, is known as ____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: ogee fall
164
_____shall be used to strength the beam against the maximum nominal shear stress in a RC beam.
MCQ
Correct answer: shear reinforcement
165
Let P and Q be the reference points on the ground. You have to establish a point R. Which of the following methods conforms to the fundamental principles of surveying?
MCQ
Correct answer: I, II and III
166
For a given open channel, if the Chezy's coefficient (C) is decreased, then how will it affect the discharge (Q) of the flow?
MCQ
Correct answer: Q will decrease
167
A direct runoff hydrograph of triangular shape, caused by a storm, has a time base of 100 hours and the peak flow of 50 cumec occurring at 30 hours from the start. If the catchment area is 150 km2, the rainfall excess of the storm was _____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: 6 cm
168
Which of the following statements regarding the vertical circle of a theodolite is correct?
MCQ
Correct answer: The Vernier scale is fixed, but the graduation circle moves with the telescope.
169
Plinth area is calculated for the covered area by taking _________.
MCQ
Correct answer: external dimensions of the building at the floor level
170
Match the following markings drawn on the carriageway with their significance s S. S. Type of Line Significance No. No. Double longitudinal Guiding and regulating line solid lines Broken longitudinal Edge line lines Solid longitudinal Indicate centre line or lane-markingfor lines multi-lane roads Indicate maximum restriction and are only tobe crossed in case of emergency
MCQ
Correct answer: A-4, B-3, C-1
171
In an irrigated field, the crop requires 60 cm of water in 15 days, while the effective rainfall during that period is recorded as 15 cm. Find the duty at the head of field.Assume no losses
MCQ
Correct answer: 288 ha/cumec
172
What is the best side slope (n) for the most economic trapezoidal channel having depth d and base width b?
MCQ
Correct answer: V 3
173
Which of the following is/are the main advantage of using a dumpy level in surveying? i) Simple to use ii) Provides accurate level of reading iii) Can be used at night, without light
MCQ
Correct answer: Both i and ii
174
The curve that is generally used to avoid the obstructions like hard rocks, deep cuttings, soft gradients is called _________.
MCQ
Correct answer: compound curve
175
Streams passing through peaty land possess _____________ colour.
MCQ
Correct answer: brown
176
Identify the correct characterstic feature of scale choosen to draw profile of ground using profile leveling data
MCQ
Correct answer: Vertical distances are exaggerated as compared to horizontal distances.
177
A school building of 15 classrooms is to be constructed and the cost of construction of the school in terms of per classroom is ₹1,50,000. Calculate the approximate cost of the proposed school building.
MCQ
Correct answer: ₹22,50,000
178
Assuming the stress block diagram of the rectangular concrete beam section as per IS 456- 2000, the depth of the centre of compressive force measured from the neutral axis is given by: (Assuming Xu as the depth of neutral axis from top compression fiber)
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.58 Xu
179
Timber which are slow and difficult to season free from defects, are classified as based upon their behaviour to cracking and splitting during normal air-seasoning practice.
MCQ
Correct answer: High refractory
180
Which of the following is not a primary objective of design of trailway track geometric?
MCQ
Correct answer: Carrying only light axle load
181
Which of the following type of cement is preferred for concrete making which is used in construction of sewage treatement plants located where, soil is infested with sulphates?
MCQ
Correct answer: Sulphate-resisting cement
182
A cantilever beam subjected to two different point loads is shown in the figure. Calculate the slope at fixed end A. Take ‘EI’ as constant throughout its length.
MCQ
Correct answer: Zero
183
As per IS 456:2000, the minimum cross sectional area of longitudinal reinforcement(irrespective of load requirement) in a RCC column of size 150x300 mm shall NOT be less than_____. Consider the limit state method of design.
MCQ
Correct answer: 360 mm2
184
The result of the soundness test of 53-grade Portland cement conducted by using Le Chatelier’s apparatus shall NOT exceed ________ mm.
MCQ
Correct answer: 10
185
Among the following factors that can cause an error during distance measurement in chaining, the compensating error is caused by __________________.
MCQ
Correct answer: careless holding and marking
186
Find the correct statement regarding the assumption of limit state design under compression member as per IS 456:2000.
MCQ
Correct answer: The maximum compressive strain in concrete in axial compression is 0.002.
187
The suitability for a particular type of foundation does NOT depend upon the _________ .
MCQ
Correct answer: Optimum moisture content (OMC) of soil
188
Which of the following conditions followed in making concrete reduces the workability of concrete?
MCQ
Correct answer: Higher aggregate-cement ratio in concrete
189
As per IS 2770(part I), the load at failure in a pull out test was found to be 180 kN. Calculate the bond strength if the bar diameter is 20 mm and its embedded length into concrete is 300 mm.
MCQ
Correct answer: 30 N mm
190
The soil has a liquid limit of 50 %. Following the A-line, in the plasticity chart as per IS : 1498 – 1970, the corresponding plastic limit is :
MCQ
Correct answer: 28.1%
191
The distance travelled by a vehicle after the application of brakes to a dead stop position is known as:
MCQ
Correct answer: braking distance
192
Modern electronic distance measurement (EDM) measures distance by ______
MCQ
Correct answer: measurement of phase difference between transmitted and reflected signals
193
Based on Allen-Hazens experiments, the co-efficient of permeabilty k (cm/s) is related to the effective size of soil D10 (cm) as _________. (where C is a constant with a value between 100 and 150).
MCQ
Correct answer: k= CD 10
194
The loss of life is maximum if the flood water suddenly enters the inhabited areas at night. The loss of life during the floods is considered as _____________ loss.
MCQ
Correct answer: intangible
195
The number of days between sowing and harvesting of a crop is called the crop period. Base period is the number of days between the first watering at the time of sowing and the last water before harvesting of a crop. If the base period and the crop period are compared, __________________.
MCQ
Correct answer: the base period is slightly less than the crop period
196
A Moody diagram represents ______ as a function of Reynolds number, in a pipe flow.
MCQ
Correct answer: friction factor
197
Which of the following methods make use of infra-red lamp In the determination of water content of soils ?
MCQ
Correct answer: Torsional balance method
198
Which of the following statements represent(s) advantages of the separate system of sewerage? Statement I: The load on treatment units becomes less. Statement II: Sewers are large in diameter. Statement III: Maintenance costs are reasonable.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only I
199
The right limb of height h2 in the simple u tube manometer containing mercury is open to atmosphere, while the left limb of height h1 is connected to pipe in which a liquid of specific gravity 1 is flowing with uniform speed with h1 < h2. This condition gives _____________ kind of pressure.
MCQ
Correct answer: positive gauge pressure
200
Bernoulli’s equation is applicable for:
MCQ
Correct answer: incompressible fluids