Florida International University - Document Questions

On what date did the FIU pedestrian bridge collapse occur?

• March 25, 2018

• March 20, 2018

• March 15, 2018

• March 10, 2018

How many people died as a result of the FIU bridge collapse?

• 7

• 6

• 5

• 4

What was the primary engineering error that led to the collapse?

• Incorrect material used

• Miscalculation of resistance to sliding

• Faulty construction equipment

• Improper bridge length

Which organization identified the engineering design error?

• National Transportation Safety Board

• Munilla Construction Management

• FIGG Bridge Engineers

• Florida Department of Transportation

What was the intended purpose of the FIU pedestrian bridge?

• To serve as a tourist attraction

• To replace an old bridge

• To improve pedestrian safety

• To connect two campuses

What was the total length of the FIU pedestrian bridge?

• 320 feet

• 250 feet

• 175 feet

• 200 feet

Which company was responsible for the engineering design of the bridge?

• Munilla Construction Management

• Florida Department of Transportation

• FIGG Bridge Engineers

• National Transportation Safety Board

What was the bridge made of?

• Steel

• Wood

• Aluminum

• Self-cleaning concrete

How many vehicles were crushed under the bridge during the collapse?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

What was the cost of constructing the bridge, excluding installation?

• $11 million

• $12 million

• $9 million

• $10 million