251 + Interview Questions in Building Construction in Basic Civil Engineering Page 4 InterviewSolution

151.	How many types of floor tiles are available?(a) 3(b) 2(c) 4(d) 6The question was asked in an interview for job.I want to ask this question from Floor Coverings in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT answer is (a) 3 For explanation: The three MAIN AVAILABLE tiles in the market are ceramic tiles, vitrified tiles and porcelain tiles.

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152.	Ashlar masonry uses:(a) Dimension stones(b) Polygonal stones(c) Quarry dressed stones(d) Square stonesThe question was posed to me in my homework.My question is taken from Stone Masonry in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (a) Dimension stones Explanation: Ashlar MASONRY uses DRESSED and faced stones. These are CUT into proper dimensions and called dimension stones. It can be of any SIZE, shape as PER requirements.

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153.	Which of the below utility cannot be provided underneath a floor?(a) Plumbing(b) Sound proofing(c) Air-conditioning(d) Gas linesI have been asked this question in an interview.I'd like to ask this question from Floor Types in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (d) Gas lines The explanation: Gas lines are generally DRAWN through walls and not FLOORS. All other utilities like PLUMBING, electrical wires, thermal and SOUND proofing, FIRE protection, sewage can be carried underneath a floor.

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154.	How many components are mainly used to prepare concrete?(a) 5(b) 3(c) 2(d) 4The question was posed to me during an online exam.My query is from Composition of Concrete in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right choice is (d) 4 For explanation I would say: CONCRETE is prepared by mixing CEMENT, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate with water. It is a thick paste and HENCE has HIGH bulk density.

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155.	The chemical heptachlor in anti-termite proofing has concentration by weight of:(a) 0.5%(b) 0.1%(c) 0.3%(d) 0.2%This question was addressed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.This intriguing question comes from Building Maintenance topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» RIGHT option is (a) 0.5% EXPLANATION: The anti-termite chemicals in WATER EMULSION can be any of aldrin, heptachlor and chlordane. Aldrin and heptachlor have concentration by weight of 0.5% and chlordane of 1%.

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156.	Which IS code gives details about termite proofing?(a) IS 6835(b) IS 6313(c) IS 5886(d) IS 5668This question was posed to me during an internship interview.Origin of the question is Building Maintenance in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (b) IS 6313 Explanation: IS 6313 part I and part II specify the procedure for anti-TERMITE treatment. Termite attacks WOOD, PLASTIC, LEATHER and rubber. So, to PROTECT components containing these, anti-termite protection is to be given.

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157.	How many types of cracks can occur in a building?(a) 3(b) 4(c) 2(d) 6The question was asked by my college professor while I was bunking the class.I need to ask this question from Building Maintenance topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (c) 2 To ELABORATE: There are 2 types of cracks that can be FOUND in buildings. Non-moving cracks are the result of shrinkage and are usually shallow. Moving cracks are CAUSED DUE to excessive STRESS in concrete and generally are wider than 1mm.

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158.	How many types of ventilation are there?(a) 3(b) 4(c) 2(d) 5This question was addressed to me in an interview.I would like to ask this question from Building Services topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right OPTION is (a) 3 Easiest EXPLANATION: The three TYPES are natural (differential temperature of air), mechanical (fans), hybrid or mixed-mode ventilation (design of BUILDING).

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159.	Wood surface requires _________ coats of plastering.(a) 2(b) 3(c) 1(d) NoneI have been asked this question in homework.Question is taken from Plastering in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right choice is (b) 3 For explanation: WOOD and metal surface require 3 coats of plastering so that the surface is COMPLETELY SAFE and sealed. Stone and brick masonry generally require 2 coats and a single coat is DONE for low cost CONSTRUCTION.

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160.	Which of the below ratio is used for R.C.C. roofing?(a) 1:1:2(b) 1.5:1:3(c) 1:2:4(d) 1:1.5:3The question was asked in my homework.Question is taken from Roof Coverings in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (d) 1:1.5:3 For EXPLANATION I WOULD SAY: The R.C.C. is used for flat roofs. The most commonly used RATIO is 1:1.5:3.

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161.	A slump of 50-100mm can be used for:(a) Mass concreting(b) Strip footing(c) Trench fill(d) BeamsThis question was posed to me in a job interview.This interesting question is from Tests on Concrete in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT CHOICE is (d) Beams Easiest explanation: SLUMP of HIGHER VALUE gives greater workability, but yields less strength. A slump of 25-75mm can be used for mass concreting and strip footing. A slump of 100-150cm is used for trench fill.

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162.	Concrete is filled in how many layers in slump cone in slump test.(a) 3(b) 2(c) 6(d) 4I got this question in a national level competition.My query is from Tests on Concrete in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right CHOICE is (d) 4 For explanation I WOULD say: The fresh concrete is filled in slump cone in 4 layers. Each layer is tamped 25 times with a 16MM pointed rod. The SPECIFICATIONS are given in IS 1199.

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163.	Compaction factor for a heavily reinforced section with vibration is:(a) 0.92This question was addressed to me in an interview.My question is taken from Tests on Concrete topic in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (C) 0.85-0.92 To explain I would say: Compaction factor test is CONDUCTED to DETERMINE the compaction factor. It has different values required for different purposes. To concrete a heavily reinforced SECTION with vibration it is 0.85-0.92.

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164.	Tensile strength is found out using:(a) CTM(b) Gradual tensile test(c) Split tensile test(d) Radial tensile testI got this question during an online interview.My question is based upon Tests on Concrete topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT option is (C) SPLIT tensile test For explanation: In addition to using characteristic strength FCK to determine tensile strength, split tensile test can also be used. It is performed using a UTM.

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165.	A gap of 0.3m is to maintained between cement bag and wall, while storing cement.(a) True(b) FalseI got this question during an online interview.This key question is from Manufacture of Concrete topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT ANSWER is (a) True To explain I would say: The storage of cement is important. It should not be placed too close to the wall or other cement bags to AVOID air CIRCULATION AROUND bags. It may dampen the cement and make it useless.

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166.	Creep in concrete structure increases with:(a) Increase in humidity(b) Increase in water(c) Decrease in temperature(d) Decrease in humidityThis question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.The query is from Building Maintenance in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (d) DECREASE in humidity Explanation: CREEP is small deformation that is formed due to loading on concrete. It is a SLOW, time DEPENDENT process. An increase in temperature and decrease in humidity can CAUSE this.

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167.	A fire detector cannot detect:(a) Radiation(b) Heat(c) Light(d) SmokeI have been asked this question in an international level competition.The above asked question is from Building Services topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT answer is (c) LIGHT The best explanation: A fire detector can detect the THREE CHARACTERISTICS of fire-radiation (flame), heat and smoke. It cannot detect the light produced by a fire.

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168.	Which of the below is not a property of ferro cement?(a) Impervious nature(b) Capacity to resist shock(c) No need of formwork(d) Strength per unit mass is lowThe question was asked by my college director while I was bunking the class.I need to ask this question from RCC, PSC and Ferro-Cement in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right choice is (d) STRENGTH per UNIT mass is low The best I can EXPLAIN: The ferro CEMENT has reinforcement provided in mortar. It has a strength per unit mass higher than R.C.C. It has better tension resisting property.

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169.	The component filler in paint does the function of:(a) Absorbing oxygen(b) Reducing cost(c) Consistency(d) Smooth spreadingI got this question in homework.Question is taken from Painting topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (B) Reducing cost Best explanation: Fillers are ADDED to reduce the cost of paint. Too much ADDITION of it may weaken the paint. Commonly USED ones are alumina, magnesia, barite, charcoal, ETC.

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170.	A paint normally consists of _________ components.(a) 3(b) 5(c) 4(d) 6The question was posed to me in an online quiz.The query is from Painting in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (d) 6 For EXPLANATION: The six components that COMPRISE PAINT are base, vehicle, solvent, pigment, filler and drier. Out of these, the base, vehicle and solvent are the IMPORTANT ones.

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171.	Plastering is also called:(a) Pre-casting(b) Pargeting(c) Porting(d) PolishingThis question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.This is a very interesting question from Plastering topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct ANSWER is (b) Pargeting For EXPLANATION: Pargeting is decorative or water PROOF plastering that is applied on the WALLS.

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172.	PVC flooring gives _______ finish.(a) Matt(b) Laminated(c) Satin(d) NaturalThis question was posed to me in final exam.I would like to ask this question from Floor Coverings topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT choice is (a) MATT To explain: PVC rolls and TILES are available.These provide a matt finish to the FLOOR, not a glossy, FINE finish.They are not very hard, but are water resistant.

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173.	The upper floors are floating floors.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was posed to me in an interview.The doubt is from Floor Types topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct option is (b) False The best explanation: FLOATING floors is the ONE that is SUPPORTED by the ground below. Suspended floor is the one supported by walls at the edges. Ground floor can be floating or suspended, while upper floor is ALWAYS suspended floor.

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174.	Roof may be broadly classified into:(a) 2(b) 3(c) 5(d) 6This question was posed to me in examination.My enquiry is from Roof Types topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct option is (B) 3 Explanation: The THREE types are sloping roofs, flat roofs and shell roofs. They can be used according to the place of construction and REQUIREMENTS.

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175.	Mullion is _________ member employed to sub divide a window or door opening vertically.(a) Horizontal(b) Inclined (at 45^o)(c) Vertical(d) Inclined (at 60^o)This question was posed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.My enquiry is from Doors and Windows in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (C) Vertical For explanation: Mullion is often provided to give AESTHETIC appearance. It is also provided to extend extra SUPPORT to structure which has large opening.

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176.	Which of the below doors is generally used in residential and office buildings?(a) Flush door(b) Rotating door(c) Louvered door(d) Hinged doorThe question was asked in a national level competition.The question is from Doors and Windows topic in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT choice is (a) Flush door Explanation: Flush door is made with plywood and the SHUTTERS are available in various materials. These OFFER less moisture resistance and HENCE are used in the INTERIOR portion.

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177.	Flemish bond is expensive than English bond.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was addressed to me in unit test.My query is from Brick Masonry topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (b) False For explanation I would say: NUMBER of bricks required in Flemish BOND is less than that required in English bond. It is because each COURSE has a header and stretcher, which occupies more space than header or stretcher when placed INDIVIDUALLY.

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178.	__________ masonry occupies an intermediate position between rubble masonry and ashlar masonry.(a) Rubble block in a course(b) Ashlar rubble in course(c) Ashlar block in a course(d) Rubble ashlar in courseThe question was posed to me in an online interview.My question is from Stone Masonry topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (C) Ashlar block in a course Easy explanation: The stones are hammer DRESSED and thickness of MORTAR joints does not exceed 6mm.Depth of course may vary from 20-30cm.It is USED for heavy engineering works.

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179.	Rubble masonry is sub-divided into:(a) 4(b) 2(c) 6(d) 10This question was addressed to me in final exam.This interesting question is from Stone Masonry topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct option is (c) 6 For explanation I would say: RUBBLE masonry USES stones of IRREGULAR size.The sub groups are coursed, uncoursed, random rubble, dry rubble, polygonal and FLINT rubble.

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180.	Packing mortars are used to pack:(a) Oil wells(b) Retaining walls(c) Bricks(d) Cracks in masonryThis question was posed to me during an online interview.My question is based upon Mortar in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT option is (a) OIL wells Easiest explanation: It is PREPARED by mixing loam instead of SAND. It has properties of water RESISTANT, water pressure resistant, high homogeneity, etc.

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181.	For pointing works, the ratio of mortar used is:(a) 1:3 – 1:4(b) 1:2 – 1:3(c) 1:7 – 1:8(d) 1:5 – 1:6I had been asked this question in an interview.I want to ask this question from Mortar in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (b) 1:2 – 1:3 The best I can EXPLAIN: The RATIO 1:2 indicates CEMENT to FINE aggregate ratio.For plastering works, 1:3 – 1:4 ratio is used.For masonry, 1:6 – 1:8 is used.

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182.	The size of a commonly used specimen for compression test is:(a) 50×30 mm(b) 150x150x150 mm(c) 150x50x50 mm(d) 150×150 mmThis question was posed to me in an internship interview.The above asked question is from Tests on Concrete topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT option is (b) 150x150x150 mm To explain: The commonly used specimen to test compressive strength is a cube. It has 3 dimensions-length, width and HEIGHT. These cubes are CAST in moulds of size 150x150x150mm.

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183.	Flints used in flint rubble masonry are:(a) Nodules of fly ash(b) Nodules of feldspar(c) Nodules of mica(d) Nodules of silicaI had been asked this question in an international level competition.I need to ask this question from Stone Masonry topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT option is (d) Nodules of SILICA Best explanation: Flints are IRREGULARLY shaped nodules of silica. The WIDTH and THICKNESS varies from 80-15cm and length from 15-30cm.

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184.	Steam curing is adopted for:(a) Precast structures(b) Columns(c) Beams(d) WallsThe question was asked in an interview for job.This is a very interesting question from Manufacture of Concrete in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right CHOICE is (a) PRECAST structures To explain: The precast structures are PLACED in enclosed chambers.Then the steam is pumped into the CHAMBER. It accelerates the hydration of concrete and it is left for the curing period.

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185.	The slope of a ramp should not be more than:(a) 1 in 35(b) 1 in 20(c) 1 in 15(d) 1 in 10The question was posed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.This key question is from Building Services in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct ANSWER is (c) 1 in 15 The explanation is: Ramps are provided in buildings to allow EASY passage for ELDERLY and physically CHALLENGED occupants. The slope should not be too steep, it should not be more than 1 in 15.

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186.	Which of the below structure doesn’t require PSC?(a) Bridge(b) Arch(c) Dam(d) SilosI got this question by my college director while I was bunking the class.This intriguing question originated from RCC, PSC and Ferro-Cement in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right ANSWER is (B) Arch The best explanation: Arches don’t require PSC.They are not under so much COMPRESSION and loading. All other structures CARRY heavy loads and hence will be efficient if PSC is used.

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187.	Dampness spreads upwards from the ground only.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was posed to me in homework.This question is from Damp Proofing topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT OPTION is (b) False For explanation I would say: Dampness does spread from the GROUND upwards. In addition to this, dampness can also spread from roof DOWNWARDS DUE to rain water.

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188.	In a lime-cement plaster, ratio 1:1:6 corresponds to:(a) Lime:cement:sand(b) Cement:Lime:sand(c) Lime:sand:gravel(d) Cement:sand:gravelThis question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.My doubt is from Plastering in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct CHOICE is (b) Cement:Lime:SAND Explanation: In plastering, a binding material and fine aggregate are used. Since in lime-cement plaster, 2 binding materials are present, a RATIO of both material and sand is TAKEN.

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189.	Which IS code gives specifications about cement plaster?(a) IS 1500(b) IS 1221(c) IS 1400(d) IS 1661This question was posed to me during an interview for a job.The doubt is from Plastering topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct OPTION is (d) IS 1661 Best EXPLANATION: IS code 1661 deals with the code of practice for the APPLICATION of CEMENT and cement-lime PLASTERING on buildings.

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190.	__________ is used to ensure that the thickness of plastering is uniform.(a) Bull point(b) Pivot point(c) Bull mark(d) Bench markThis question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.I'm obligated to ask this question of Plastering in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (c) Bull mark To elaborate: It is provided at a specific distance to make SURE that the required THICKNESS of plastering is even throughout. It is a SMALL rectangular or HEXAGONAL mark.

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191.	The vertical portion between each tread on the stair is called:(a) Going(b) Nosing(c) Winder(d) RiserThe question was posed to me in my homework.The query is from Stairs topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (d) RISER Best explanation: Tread is the place where we step on. It is the horizontal portion. The vertical distance between CONSECUTIVE treads is called the riser. It MAY or may not be present (open stair effect).

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192.	In suspended concrete floors, _________ beams are used.(a) T shaped(b) Inverted L shaped(c) Inverted T shaped(d) I shapedI got this question in homework.My doubt is from Floor Types in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» RIGHT choice is (c) INVERTED T shaped To explain: A SUSPENDED concrete floor is TYPICALLY built USING block and beam.Inverted T shaped beams are used. Concrete blocks (Pre-cast) are laid in between these beams.

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193.	Which of the below is a problem with floors?(a) Cracks(b) Stains(c) Vibration(d) ProjectionsThis question was posed to me in an online interview.This key question is from Floor Types in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct OPTION is (c) Vibration Explanation: Vibration can occur when HEAVY footsteps and low bass frequencies PASS through the floor. Wooden floor is more prone to vibrations. A FLOATING floor or concrete floor can be used to solve the problem.

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194.	The figure below represents a __________ roof.(a) Butterfly(b) Bat(c) Prismatic(d) ConoidI have been asked this question during an interview for a job.My question comes from Roof Types topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (a) Butterfly To ELABORATE: It is type of shell roof. The TWO sides are shaped like wings of a butterfly, hence the name. It is not COMMONLY used because it does not provide drainage facility.

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195.	Distribution of loads on the wall is not uniform in single joist timber floor.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked in examination.The origin of the question is Floor Types in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (b) False Best EXPLANATION: In single joist timber floor, joists are spaced closely – 30CM centre to centre. It is because of this the DISTRIBUTION of LOADS on the WALL is uniform.

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196.	Light, a term used in windows, is:(a) Area between outer parts of a window(b) Glazed part of the window(c) Area between inner parts of a window(d) Opening of the window allowing lightThis question was addressed to me in an online interview.I would like to ask this question from Doors and Windows in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (a) Area between outer parts of a window To explain: Light or Lite is a TERM used to refer to the area between outer parts of the window. It is USUALLY filled with a glass PANE.

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197.	_________ Roof has four sloping sides with zero vertical roof lines.(a) Gable(b) Gambrel(c) Hip(d) ShedThis question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Origin of the question is Roof Types topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (C) Hip To EXPLAIN I would say: Hip roof is difficult to construct compared to FLAT and gable roof because these have complicated truss and rafter structure.

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198.	M15 concrete is used for:(a) Dams(b) Foundation(c) R.C.C(d) Mass concreting worksI had been asked this question in class test.I need to ask this question from Properties of Concrete topic in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (b) Foundation For EXPLANATION I would say: M10 is used for Mass CONCRETE WORKS, dams, etc.M20 is used for R.C.C. structures. M15 can be used for ground floor construction ALSO.

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199.	Concrete is generally placed on a:(a) Form work(b) Stand(c) Mould(d) PlatformThe question was posed to me in my homework.Enquiry is from Manufacture of Concrete topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct option is (a) Form work To elaborate: Form work is a MOULD in which concrete is POURED and allowed to set. It should be properly OILED and cleaned before POURING concrete.It can be USED to cast beams, slabs, columns, etc.

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200.	Economy can be achieved in doors, windows, ventilator by:(a) No frame(b) Less width(c) Steel frames(d) Less heightThe question was asked by my college professor while I was bunking the class.This is a very interesting question from Cost Effective Construction Techniques topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (c) Steel FRAMES To elaborate: DOORS, windows and ventilators are openings in the wall that are held on a frame. Not using a frame is economic, but not very aesthetic.Using concrete/steel frames INSTEAD of wood can help in reducing COST.

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How many types of floor tiles are available?(a) 3(b) 2(c) 4(d) 6The question was asked in an interview for job.I want to ask this question from Floor Coverings in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Ashlar masonry uses:(a) Dimension stones(b) Polygonal stones(c) Quarry dressed stones(d) Square stonesThe question was posed to me in my homework.My question is taken from Stone Masonry in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Which of the below utility cannot be provided underneath a floor?(a) Plumbing(b) Sound proofing(c) Air-conditioning(d) Gas linesI have been asked this question in an interview.I'd like to ask this question from Floor Types in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

How many components are mainly used to prepare concrete?(a) 5(b) 3(c) 2(d) 4The question was posed to me during an online exam.My query is from Composition of Concrete in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Which IS code gives details about termite proofing?(a) IS 6835(b) IS 6313(c) IS 5886(d) IS 5668This question was posed to me during an internship interview.Origin of the question is Building Maintenance in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

How many types of cracks can occur in a building?(a) 3(b) 4(c) 2(d) 6The question was asked by my college professor while I was bunking the class.I need to ask this question from Building Maintenance topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

How many types of ventilation are there?(a) 3(b) 4(c) 2(d) 5This question was addressed to me in an interview.I would like to ask this question from Building Services topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Wood surface requires _________ coats of plastering.(a) 2(b) 3(c) 1(d) NoneI have been asked this question in homework.Question is taken from Plastering in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Which of the below ratio is used for R.C.C. roofing?(a) 1:1:2(b) 1.5:1:3(c) 1:2:4(d) 1:1.5:3The question was asked in my homework.Question is taken from Roof Coverings in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

A slump of 50-100mm can be used for:(a) Mass concreting(b) Strip footing(c) Trench fill(d) BeamsThis question was posed to me in a job interview.This interesting question is from Tests on Concrete in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Concrete is filled in how many layers in slump cone in slump test.(a) 3(b) 2(c) 6(d) 4I got this question in a national level competition.My query is from Tests on Concrete in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Compaction factor for a heavily reinforced section with vibration is:(a) 0.92This question was addressed to me in an interview.My question is taken from Tests on Concrete topic in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Tensile strength is found out using:(a) CTM(b) Gradual tensile test(c) Split tensile test(d) Radial tensile testI got this question during an online interview.My question is based upon Tests on Concrete topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

A gap of 0.3m is to maintained between cement bag and wall, while storing cement.(a) True(b) FalseI got this question during an online interview.This key question is from Manufacture of Concrete topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

A fire detector cannot detect:(a) Radiation(b) Heat(c) Light(d) SmokeI have been asked this question in an international level competition.The above asked question is from Building Services topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

The component filler in paint does the function of:(a) Absorbing oxygen(b) Reducing cost(c) Consistency(d) Smooth spreadingI got this question in homework.Question is taken from Painting topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

A paint normally consists of _________ components.(a) 3(b) 5(c) 4(d) 6The question was posed to me in an online quiz.The query is from Painting in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Plastering is also called:(a) Pre-casting(b) Pargeting(c) Porting(d) PolishingThis question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.This is a very interesting question from Plastering topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

PVC flooring gives _______ finish.(a) Matt(b) Laminated(c) Satin(d) NaturalThis question was posed to me in final exam.I would like to ask this question from Floor Coverings topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

The upper floors are floating floors.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was posed to me in an interview.The doubt is from Floor Types topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Roof may be broadly classified into:(a) 2(b) 3(c) 5(d) 6This question was posed to me in examination.My enquiry is from Roof Types topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Flemish bond is expensive than English bond.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was addressed to me in unit test.My query is from Brick Masonry topic in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Rubble masonry is sub-divided into:(a) 4(b) 2(c) 6(d) 10This question was addressed to me in final exam.This interesting question is from Stone Masonry topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Packing mortars are used to pack:(a) Oil wells(b) Retaining walls(c) Bricks(d) Cracks in masonryThis question was posed to me during an online interview.My question is based upon Mortar in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

For pointing works, the ratio of mortar used is:(a) 1:3 – 1:4(b) 1:2 – 1:3(c) 1:7 – 1:8(d) 1:5 – 1:6I had been asked this question in an interview.I want to ask this question from Mortar in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

The size of a commonly used specimen for compression test is:(a) 50×30 mm(b) 150x150x150 mm(c) 150x50x50 mm(d) 150×150 mmThis question was posed to me in an internship interview.The above asked question is from Tests on Concrete topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Steam curing is adopted for:(a) Precast structures(b) Columns(c) Beams(d) WallsThe question was asked in an interview for job.This is a very interesting question from Manufacture of Concrete in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

The slope of a ramp should not be more than:(a) 1 in 35(b) 1 in 20(c) 1 in 15(d) 1 in 10The question was posed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.This key question is from Building Services in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Which of the below structure doesn’t require PSC?(a) Bridge(b) Arch(c) Dam(d) SilosI got this question by my college director while I was bunking the class.This intriguing question originated from RCC, PSC and Ferro-Cement in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Dampness spreads upwards from the ground only.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was posed to me in homework.This question is from Damp Proofing topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Which IS code gives specifications about cement plaster?(a) IS 1500(b) IS 1221(c) IS 1400(d) IS 1661This question was posed to me during an interview for a job.The doubt is from Plastering topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

The vertical portion between each tread on the stair is called:(a) Going(b) Nosing(c) Winder(d) RiserThe question was posed to me in my homework.The query is from Stairs topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

In suspended concrete floors, _________ beams are used.(a) T shaped(b) Inverted L shaped(c) Inverted T shaped(d) I shapedI got this question in homework.My doubt is from Floor Types in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Which of the below is a problem with floors?(a) Cracks(b) Stains(c) Vibration(d) ProjectionsThis question was posed to me in an online interview.This key question is from Floor Types in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

The figure below represents a __________ roof.(a) Butterfly(b) Bat(c) Prismatic(d) ConoidI have been asked this question during an interview for a job.My question comes from Roof Types topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Distribution of loads on the wall is not uniform in single joist timber floor.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked in examination.The origin of the question is Floor Types in section Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

_________ Roof has four sloping sides with zero vertical roof lines.(a) Gable(b) Gambrel(c) Hip(d) ShedThis question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Origin of the question is Roof Types topic in chapter Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

M15 concrete is used for:(a) Dams(b) Foundation(c) R.C.C(d) Mass concreting worksI had been asked this question in class test.I need to ask this question from Properties of Concrete topic in portion Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering

Concrete is generally placed on a:(a) Form work(b) Stand(c) Mould(d) PlatformThe question was posed to me in my homework.Enquiry is from Manufacture of Concrete topic in division Building Construction of Basic Civil Engineering