Unit 103 Questions 3

Which part of a building is classified as the substructure?

• Anything above ground level

• The roof

• Anything below ground level

• Internal components

What is considered part of the superstructure in a building?

• Foundation

• Everything structural above ground level

• Nonstructural components

• Basement

What are internal components in a building?

• Structural elements above ground

• Nonstructural elements

• Foundation elements

• Roof elements

What factors determine the type of foundation used in construction?

• The color of the building

• The type of building and ground conditions

• The height of the building

• The number of windows in the building

Which of the following is a type of foundation shown in the image?

• Raft foundation

• Traditional strip foundation

• Pile foundation

• Floating foundation

What is a characteristic of a pad foundation with bolts?

• It is used for wooden structures

• It includes a steel column

• It is made entirely of bricks

• It is used for temporary structures

What factors determine the type of foundation used in construction?

• The color of the building

• The type of building and ground conditions

• The height of the building

• The number of windows

Which of the following is a common type of foundation?

• Floating foundation

• Raft foundation

• Balloon foundation

• Air foundation

Identify another common type of foundation shown in the image.

• Square pile foundation

• Triangular pile foundation

• Cylindrical pile foundation

• Rectangular pile foundation

What is the minimum height required for a damp proof course above ground level in a typical domestic building's substructure?

• 100mm

• 150mm

• 200mm

• 250mm