WorksheetsPOE Unit 4 Test
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 4hrs 36mins
A bridge member that is in tension is...
being stretched
being squeezed
A bridge member that is in compression is...
being stretched
being squeezed
Given that strain = (amount of stretch)/(original length), what is the strain on a piece of metal that was stretched 0.02in. and was originally 1.5in. long?
0.013
75
0.03
0.133
What is the equation for calculating stress?
stress = load/area
stress = area/load
stress = deformation/length
stress = length/deformation
When calculating the strain in a wire, the Δ L refers to the
length of the wire.
the modulus of elasticity of the material.
the definition of the wire.
the change in length of the wire.
Point C represents what on the stress-strain curve?
Elastic Limit
Ultimate Tensile Strength
Necking
Failure
Which measurement impacts an objects Moment of Inertia more heavily?
Base
Height
Width
Depth
What does the Modulus of Elasticity describe?
An objects stiffness based on its shape
An objects stiffness based on its chemical properties
An objects rotation because of inertia
An objects rotation because of force
Using the equation for the moment of inertia above, find the base of a piece of wood that has moment of inertia 21 and height 5.5.
1.5
2
1
15
A LOW modulus of elasticity means...
a greater resistance to deformation
a lower resistance to deformation
a greater resistance to strain
a lower resistance to strain
When assessing joint D how many reaction forces will be acting upon it?
0
1
2
3
When assessing joint A how many reaction forces will be acting upon it?
0
1
2
3
Which equation is for a statically determinate structure?
J = 2m + R
2J = M - R
2J = M + R
2J = 2M + 2R
Determine whether the structure shown is statically determinate
Yes
No
Can't be determined
Which of the following is the correct symbol to represent Stress?
σ (Lowercase Sigma)
ε (lowercase Epsilon)
δ (Lowercase Delta)
ψ (Lowercase Psi)
The 500 lb force causes a ____ moment about point A.
positive
negative
maximum
neutral
Consider the following forces, what additional force is needed to keep the block in static equilibrium?
9N force pointing up
9N force pointing down
16N force pointing down
16N force pointing up
Determine the Moment about point O.
21 kN⋅m CCW
21 kN⋅m CW
28 kN⋅m CCW
28 kN⋅m CW
14 kN⋅m CCW
Which diagram has the direction of the reaction forces correctly labeled, assuming all force magnitudes are correct in the given options?
If this truss is stable, the sum of the forces in the vertical direction
equals 500 lb.
equals 250 lb.
equals 0.
is unknown at this time.
Which of the materials shown is most brittle?
Strong cast iron
pure aluminium
mild steel
aluminium alloy
pure aluminium
Which nonrenewable energy source is extracted from the ground and used primarily for fuel in vehicles?
Coal
Natural Gas
Petroleum
Uranium
Which renewable energy source uses sunlight to generate power?
Geothermal
Biomass
Wind
Solar
Which renewable energy source relies on the movement of air?
Wind
Solar
Hydropower
Biomass
Which renewable energy source is derived from plant material?
Hydropower
Geothermal
Biomass
Solar
Which renewable energy source uses the heat from the Earth's interior?
Biomass
Geothermal
Wind
Solar
What Engineer Develops roads and highways?
Water resources engineer
Structural engineer
Transportation engineer
Geotechnical engineer
What Engineer Designs buildings and bridges?
Water resources engineer
Structural engineer
Transportation engineer
Geotechnical engineer
Match the following
1
Approach
9
Major Street
12
Channelizing Island
4
Crosswalk
7
Minor Street
What is the name of this intersection type?
Simple
Flared with additional turn lanes
Roundabout
Channelized
What is the name of this intersection type?
Simple
Flared with additional turn lanes
Roundabout
Channelized
What is the name of this intersection type?
Simple
Flared with additional turn lanes
Roundabout
Channelized
What is the name of this intersection type?
Simple
Flared with additional turn lanes
Roundabout
Channelized
What does CLV stand for?
Cars Leaving Volume
Changing Lane Vehicle
Conflicting Lane Vehicle
Critical Lane Volume
What is the definition of CLV?
total number of conflicting vehicle movements
total volume of cars passing through an intersection
total number of vehicles turning in an intersection
total vehicles changing lanes
