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To measure flood variability, __________ is used widely.(a) FFMI(b) FI(c) FMI(d) FFII have been asked this question in my homework.The question is from Disaster Management and Planning in chapter Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT answer is (a) FFMI

The BEST explanation: FFMI stands for Flash FLOOD Magnitude Index. It is the standard deviation of logarithms to the base of 10 of annual MAXIMUM SERIES.
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Which IS code gives specifications about dimensions for hot rolled steel structures?(a) IS 808-1979(b) IS 806-1968(c) IS 806-1969(d) IS 808-1989I had been asked this question in quiz.Question is from IS Codes topic in chapter Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (d) IS 808-1989

To ELABORATE: IS 808-1989 gives guidelines on dimensioning of HOT rolled STEEL BEAMS, columns, CHANNEL and angle sections.
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The first step in preparedness planning is:(a) Analysis of data collected(b) Determination of objectives(c) Development of implementing device(d) Determination of strategyThis question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Asked question is from Disaster Management and Planning topic in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct choice is (b) Determination of objectives

The EXPLANATION is: There are six STEPS in PREPAREDNESS PLANNING for emergency response. The first step is to determine the objectives to be met within each affected sector.
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Disaster management deals with situation that occurs after the disaster.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was posed to me in exam.The doubt is from Disaster Management and Planning in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right choice is (b) False

The explanation: DISASTER management is a BROAD term and it deals with a SITUATION prior to, during and after the occurrence of a disaster.
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How many parts does IS code 875 contain?(a) 5(b) 6(c) 7(d) 8I got this question in a national level competition.The query is from IS Codes in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT option is (a) 5

Explanation: IS 875 has FIVE PARTS which address the imposed, dead, wind, snow and special loads except earthquake that ACT on structures.
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The annual flood peaks in India are recorded in months of:(a) June, July(b) July, August(c) July, September(d) August, SeptemberI got this question in final exam.My question comes from Disaster Management and Planning in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right option is (d) August, September

Easiest explanation: Floods can occur during any part of the MONSOON SEASON. But, typically during months of August and September, flood PEAKS are recorded. On large RIVERS, it ranges between 60,000 and 80,000 m^3/s.
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IS 712-1984 gives specifications for gypsum plaster boards.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was posed to me in an interview for job.The origin of the question is IS Codes in portion Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (B) False

The best I can explain: IS 712-1984 gives specifications for building LIMES. IS 2095 is used to CHECK for specifications for gypsum plaster boards.
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Which IS code gives details regarding acid-resistant bricks?(a) IS 4832(b) IS 4860(c) IS 5766(d) IS 5318I got this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.My query is from IS Codes in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT OPTION is (b) IS 4860

For explanation I would say: IS 4860-1968 gives specifications for acid-resistant bricks. IS 4832 deals with mortar, IS 5766 with laying burnt CLAY brick flooring and IS 5318 with laying FLEXIBLE PVC sheets and tile flooring.
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Tsunami detectors are placed in sea at ____________ kms from shore.(a) 25(b) 100(c) 50(d) 85The question was posed to me in an online interview.The query is from Disaster Management and Planning topic in portion Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (c) 50

Best explanation: Coastal tidal gauges can detect tsunami closer to shore. It is PLACED at 50kms in the sea from shore. They are LINKED to land by submarine cables and GIVE WARNING in time.
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IS 2062 gives specifications about:(a) High strength steel(b) High strength concrete(c) Concrete for general purpose(d) Steel for general purposeThis question was posed to me during an interview.The origin of the question is IS Codes topic in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT option is (d) STEEL for general purpose

To explain: IS 2062 gives the SPECIFICATIONS for steel to be USED for general PURPOSES.
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Which is the most important IS code for a Civil Engineer?(a) IS 567(b) IS 456(c) IS 455(d) IS 383I had been asked this question in an interview for job.I want to ask this question from IS Codes topic in portion Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct answer is (b) IS 456

The best explanation: IS 456 gives SPECIFICATIONS about plain reinforcement concrete. For designing any concrete STRUCTURE, this IS code is a must.
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IS 2368 has how many parts?(a) 10(b) 7(c) 5(d) 9I had been asked this question in an online quiz.This intriguing question comes from IS Codes topic in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct CHOICE is (d) 9

To explain I would say: IS 2368 gives SPECIFICATIONS REGARDING AGGREGATES and the methods of test PERFORMED on them. There are 9 parts in total, each deal with specific tests.
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Uttarakhand lies in zone ___________ of Earthquake prone areas.(a) 5(b) 3(c) 4(d) 2This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Enquiry is from Disaster Management and Planning topic in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right choice is (c) 4

For explanation: There are five zones of earthquake. Zone 5 covers AREAS with the highest risk (INTENSITY of MSK 1x or greater). Zone 4 covers areas liable to MSK VIII, Zone 3 to MSK VII, Zone 2 to MSK VI or LESS. Zone 1 AREA is not there in India.
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Disasters can be broadly termed as __________ types.(a) 2(b) 4(c) 5(d) 3I have been asked this question at a job interview.The above asked question is from Disaster Management and Planning in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (a) 2

To EXPLAIN I would say: Disasters can be accidental or INTENTIONAL. Accidental disasters INCLUDE natural disasters like TSUNAMIS, hurricanes, floods, etc.Intentional are man-made disasters like, terrorism, bombing, etc.
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IS 1893-2002 gives details on:(a) Seismic strengthening(b) Improving earthquake resistance(c) Earthquake resistance structures(d) Earthquake resistance designThe question was posed to me in an interview for internship.Question is taken from IS Codes topic in division Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT answer is (C) Earthquake resistance structures

For EXPLANATION: IS 1893-2002 gives the criteria for earthquake resistance design of structures. It is the fifth revised EDITION.
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The headquarters of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is at:(a) Hyderabad(b) Agra(c) Delhi(d) KolkataThis question was posed to me in an online quiz.This interesting question is from IS Codes topic in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (c) DELHI

The best explanation: It is in BAHADUR Shah Zafar Marg, Delhi. Regional OFFICE, branch offices and sales offices are also there.
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How many elements of disaster management are there?(a) 8(b) 7(c) 4(d) 6The question was posed to me in homework.The origin of the question is Disaster Management and Planning in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct CHOICE is (d) 6

The explanation is: There are six DISTINCT sets of activities. These INCLUDE RISK management, loss management, control of events, equity of assistance, resource management and impact reduction.
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Which of the below is an example of slow-onset disaster?(a) Earthquake(b) Tsunami(c) Cyclone(d) DraughtThis question was posed to me in an internship interview.My question is taken from Disaster Management and Planning topic in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right ANSWER is (d) Draught

To explain I WOULD say: Disasters can ALSO be classified as rapid-onset and slow-onset. It is based on how long they LAST. Rapid-onset disasters are Earthquake, TSUNAMI and Cyclone.
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How many phases of disaster response are there?(a) 5(b) 4(c) 3(d) 2I got this question in an online quiz.Origin of the question is Disaster Management and Planning topic in chapter Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (a) 5

Best EXPLANATION: These are the preparatory PHASE, WARNING phase, EMERGENCY phase, rehabilitation phase and reconstruction phase.
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How many groups are there in IS codes for Civil Engineering?(a) 41(b) 52(c) 62(d) 35This question was addressed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.This interesting question is from IS Codes in section Disaster Resistant Buildings and IS Codes of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT CHOICE is (a) 41

Explanation: There are 41 GROUPS or categories of IS codes AVAILABLE for Civil Engineering. Some of them include hardware, stone, ports and harbour, cement and CONCRETE, fire safety, etc.
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