S&C L5 Structures

What type of force do ties resist?

• Compressive forces

• Tension forces

• Torsion forces

• Bending forces

Which structural member is designed to resist compressive forces?

• Struts

• Columns

• Ties

• Beams

What is the purpose of a beam in a frame structure?

• To strengthen corners

• To span a gap across a structure

• To resist tension forces

• To provide vertical support

Which of the following is NOT a type of beam?

• Cantilevered

• Overhanging

• Supported

• Suspended

What is triangulation used for in frame structures?

• To provide vertical support

• To strengthen the structure

• To resist bending forces

• To create a rectangular appearance

Which material is commonly used for columns?

• Plastic

• Glass

• Steel

• Rubber

What type of forces do struts resist?

• Tension forces

• Torsion forces

• Compressive forces

• Bending forces

What is a characteristic of space frames?

• They are two-dimensional

• They require intermediate columns

• They span large spaces

• They are made from solid sections

Which of the following is a method to strengthen frame structures?

• Tension

• Bending

• Compression

• Triangulation

What type of load is described as moving?

• Tensile load

• Static load

• Dynamic load

• Compressive load