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UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions

In a gusseted base, when the end of the column is machined smooth for complete bearing, the axial load is transferred to base slab :

Fully through fastening

Fully by direct bearing

50 % by direct bearing and 50% through fastening

60 % by direct bearing and 40% through fastening

Answer: Option

Explanation:

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Discussion:

13 comments Page 1 of 2.

Sumeet said: 9 years ago

50% by direct bearing and 50% through fastenings.

Karthika said: 8 years ago

Yes, C is the correct answer.

Kirti said: 8 years ago

Answer is C.

Arghadip said: 8 years ago

Yes, C is the correct answer.

Bharti said: 7 years ago

I think, option C is correct.

MOALILA said: 7 years ago

C is the correct answer.

Sagar patil said: 7 years ago

C is the correct answer.

Dhanaraj d n said: 7 years ago

B is correct, if the column and base have machined end and perfect bearing is ensured the axial load is assumed to be transferred directly.

Soubhagya said: 6 years ago

Yes, B is the correct answer. I agree.

Priyanka said: 5 years ago

C is the correct answer.

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