Civil Engineering - UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions

21.
Consider the following statements :
1. Welded structures are usually lighter than riveted structures.
2. Welding allows the arrangement of structural components in such a manner that the joint provides maximum efficiency.
3. During welding, the members do not get distorted.
Of these statements :
1, 2 and 3 correct
1 and 2 are correct
2 and 3 are correct
1 and 3 are correct
Answer: Option
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22.
Which is the major pollutant present in photochemical smog ?
PAN
S02
HC
N02
Answer: Option
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23.
What are the bending moments at the ends A and B of a uniform beam AB fixed in direction and position at A and B when acted upon by two concentrated loads at l/3rd span as shown in the figure ?
2/9 WL
4/9 WL
6/9 WL
8/9 WL
Answer: Option
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24.
Due to rise in temperature, the viscosity and unit weight of percolating fluid are reduced to 70% and 90% respectively. Other things being constant, the change in coefficient of permeability will be
20.0%
28.6%
63.0%
77.8%
Answer: Option
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25.
The correct sequence of the sludge digestion steps is
Acid formation, hydrolysis, methane formation
Methane formation, acid formation, hydrolysis
Hydrolysis, methane formation, acid formation
Hydrolysis, acid formation, methane formation
Answer: Option
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