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WorksheetsQuiz 2
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the primary function of a building structure?
support and transmit the building loads/Functions and forces to the ground
support and transmit the building loads and forces
support and transmit the building loads and forces to the ground
none of the above
Select the three main characteristics of a structure
stength
height
stability
fire resistance
economic value
Fixed loads such as the weight of the buildings components and the equipment with-in:
Lateral Loads
Live Loads
Dead Load
Section Load
Live Loads, (moving loads) are specified in building code:
True
False
The building dead load is the only known load.
true
false
To compensate for a load path....
load path code must be acquainted with in the evaluation
Each structural element must be designed for all loads that pass through it
situation of the building type will be relevant in the decision
What type of load would people occupying a structure be considered?
Live Load
Dead Load
Fire Load
Impact Load
In your opinion
Based on the last activity you have performed, which is the most important component to consider and plan structural framing?
e.g. Load, column, beam, type of slabs, way of planning
What is the purpose of lateral loads in a building structure?
To provide stability against wind and seismic forces
To support the weight of the building components
To transfer the live loads within the structure
None of the above
Which type of load is constant along the loading length?
Point Load
Uniform Distributed Load
Varying Load
Collinear forces
