Basic Stair Layout

What is the primary function of a staircase in a building?

• To provide vertical circulation

• To enhance aesthetic appeal

• To increase building height

• To support structural integrity

Which scientific principle is most relevant to the design of staircases?

• Newton's Laws of Motion

• Archimedes' Principle

• Bernoulli's Principle

• Pythagorean Theorem

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What is the standard rise-to-run ratio for a comfortable staircase?

• 1:1

• 1:2

• 7:11

• 3:4

Which material is commonly used for constructing staircases due to its strength and durability?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Steel

• Glass

What is the term for the horizontal part of a step on which a person walks?

• Riser

• Tread

• Nosing

• Stringer

In terms of physics, what force must be overcome to ascend a staircase?

• Friction

• Gravity

• Magnetism

• Centripetal force

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What is the effect of increasing the angle of a staircase on the effort required to climb it?

• Increases effort

• Decreases effort

• No effect

• Varies randomly

Which of the following is a safety feature commonly included in stair design?

• Handrails

• Mirrors

• Carpets

• Windows

What is the purpose of a landing in a staircase?

• To change direction

• To increase speed

• To reduce noise

• To add decoration

Which type of staircase is most space-efficient in a small building?

• Straight

• Spiral

• Curved

• L-shaped

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