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To obtain parallel lines, concentric circles and parallel curves; _________ is used.(a) Array(b) Fillet(c) Copy(d) OffsetThis question was posed to me in examination.This is a very interesting question from AutoCAD in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct ANSWER is (d) Offset

The explanation is: It can be activated by typing LETTER O. The offset distance and side is to be specified by the USER.

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Arch-gravity dams are thinner dams and save resources.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked in semester exam.My query is from Dams in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct ANSWER is (a) True

Explanation: It is a combination of arch and gravity dam. It is inward compression by water reduces lateral force acting on dam. Gravitational force required is less. HENCE, it SAVES resources and doesn’t NEED to be massive.

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Micro-irrigation is also called:(a) Nano-irrigation(b) Petite irrigation(c) Localized irrigation(d) Flood irrigationThe question was asked during an online interview.This key question is from Types of Irrigation in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right CHOICE is (c) LOCALIZED irrigation

The explanation is: It is a SYSTEM where water is distributed under low pressure through the piped network in a pre-determined PATTERN and applied to each plant.Hence, it is CALLED localized irrigation.

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The input devices in CAD can be divided into:(a) 2(b) 5(c) 3(d) 4The question was asked in class test.My question is from Computer-Aided Design in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct option is (c) 3

To explain: The INPUT devices can be divided into three general categories. These are cursor CONTROL devices (direct keys on KEYBOARD, JOYSTICKS, tracker ball, etc.), digitizers (large smooth board with an electronic tracking DEVICE) and alphanumeric and other keyboard terminals.

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Which mode allows the user to draw 90^o straight lines :(a) Osnap(b) Ortho(c) Linear(d) Polar trackingThis question was posed to me in exam.This interesting question is from AutoCAD topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right answer is (b) ORTHO

Easiest explanation: Ortho mode can be activated USING F8 Key. It ENABLES user to draw straight lines (90^o) by RESTRICTING the cursor to 90^o only.

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Buttress dams are of __________ types.(a) 6(b) 4(c) 8(d) 3I got this question in unit test.My enquiry is from Dams in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (d) 3

Easiest EXPLANATION: The THREE TYPES of buttress DAM are deck type, multiple-arch type and massive-head type. Deck type CONSISTS of a sloping deck supported by buttresses. In massive-arch type, deck is replaced by horizontal arches. There is no deck slab in massive-head type.

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The field water efficiency is determined by:(a) Water transpired by crop – water applied to a field(b) (Water absorbed by crop ÷ water applied to a field) x 100%(c) Water absorbed by crop – water applied to a field(d) (Water transpired by crop ÷ water applied to a field) x 100%This question was posed to me in an international level competition.This intriguing question comes from Types of Irrigation in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct CHOICE is (d) (Water transpired by crop ÷ water applied to a field) x 100%

To explain: The field water EFFICIENCY is the way to determine if the method of irrigation is efficient. It is determined by using the FORMULA (water transpired by crop ÷ water applied to a field) x 100%.It is EXPRESSED in %.

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Earth dams are _________ in shape.(a) Triangular(b) Rectangular(c) Trapezoidal(d) CircularThe question was asked by my college director while I was bunking the class.My enquiry is from Dams in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right CHOICE is (c) Trapezoidal

To elaborate: EARTH dams are generally built USING gravel, sand and clay. They are trapezoidal in SHAPE so as to hold the non-rigid materials properly.

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The cross section below shows a(a) Earth(b) Buttress(c) Gravity(d) ArchThis question was posed to me in an online quiz.My question comes from Dams topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (c) Gravity

For EXPLANATION: The figure SHOWS a gravity DAM. It is a massive sized dam built using concrete or stone MASONRY. They can hold back large volume of water.

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Surface irrigation is again subdivided into:(a) 2(b) 4(c) 3(d) 5The question was asked in an interview for job.The question is from Types of Irrigation in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT OPTION is (c) 3

The best EXPLANATION: The THREE types are furrow, border strip and basin irrigation.It is ALSO called flood irrigation when the field is immersed in water completely.

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Scale command can be accessed easily by typing:(a) SL(b) S(c) SC(d) CI had been asked this question in quiz.My doubt is from AutoCAD in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (c) SC

The EXPLANATION: Scale command is used to increase/decrease the SIZE of an object. It can be accessed by typing SC. To increase scale, value greater than 1 is given. Values between 0 and 1 can be used to decrease scale.

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Hydraulic head for a small dam is:(a) 5-7.5m(b) 7.5-12m(c) 12-13m(d) 5-10mThe question was posed to me in my homework.The origin of the question is Dams topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (B) 7.5-12m

The explanation: BASED on size, there are THREE types of dam. SMALL with HYDRAULIC head 12-15m, intermediate with 12-30m and large with greater than 30m.

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Natural dam is not created usually by:(a) Glacial activity(b) Volcanic activity(c) River meandering(d) Moraine depositI got this question during an online interview.Origin of the question is Dams topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right choice is (c) River meandering

The EXPLANATION: River meandering refers to the formation of a MEMBER by a river by altering its straight course and FOLLOWING a sinuous winding PATH. It can’t form a dam naturally. Volcanic dams form when lava flows and intercepts a river or lake, resulting in a natural IMPOUNDMENT. Glacial activity and moraine deposits can also form dams.

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___________ is the arrangement made near top of dam for passage of excess water from the reservoir.(a) Sluice way(b) Spillway(c) Gallery(d) AbutmentsThe question was asked during an interview for a job.My question is taken from Dams topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct choice is (b) Spillway

Easiest explanation: Spillway is kind of a passage to ALLOW WATER from upstream side to downstream side of a DAM. They have floodgates to control the FLOW.

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Which of the below is an example for earth dam?(a) Bhakra Nangal Dam(b) Banasura Sagar Dam(c) Idukki Dam(d) Bisalpur DamThis question was posed to me during a job interview.I'm obligated to ask this question of Dams in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct ANSWER is (B) Banasura Sagar Dam

Best explanation: Bhakra Nangal Dam is an example of gravity dam. Idukki dam is an ARCH dam. Bisalpur Dam is also a TYPE of gravity dam.

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Inundation irrigation system is functional all through the year.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was posed to me during an interview.This interesting question is from Types of Irrigation in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (b) False

The explanation: Inundation canal GETS WATER which flows from a flooded river only. These are then DISCHARGED into the FIELDS. Only if rivers are flooded (rainy season), these are functional.

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Fertigation is a process in ___________ irrigation.(a) Sprinkler(b) Surface(c) Drip(d) Centre pivotThe question was posed to me during an interview.This interesting question is from Types of Irrigation in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (c) DRIP

For EXPLANATION: In drip irrigation NOWADAYS, a plastic mulch is incorporated which reduces evaporation and is a means of delivering fertilizers.Hence, the PROCESS fertigation.

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_________ is a form of overhead irrigation.(a) Centre Pivot irrigation(b) Sprinkler irrigation(c) Terraced irrigation(d) Drip irrigationThis question was posed to me during an internship interview.This intriguing question originated from Types of Irrigation topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (a) Centre Pivot irrigation

To elaborate: In centre pivot irrigation, steel/Al PIPES are joined together, supported by TRUSSES and MOUNTED on wheeled towers.

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_________ divided methodologies for EIA into ___________ categories.(a) Warner, 4(b) Bisset, 4(c) Warner, 5(d) Bisset, 5I have been asked this question in quiz.The origin of the question is Impact Assessment in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right option is (c) Warner, 5

To explain I would say: Any methodology can be used to perform EIA. Warner in 1973, divided AVAILABLE methodologies into 5 CATEGORIES. They are AD hoc, overlay techniques, checklists, matrices and NETWORKS.

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A short-term environmental impact assessment (EIA) has a time period of:(a) 2-5 years(b) 10-15 years(c) 5-10 years(d) 5-7 yearsThe question was asked during an interview.This interesting question is from Impact Assessment in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct answer is (c) 5-10 years

The best I can explain: EIA can be CLASSIFIED as short term and long term. 5-10 years TIME period DENOTES short term and above 50 years is long term.

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Cippoletti weir has ___________ slope:(a) Different(b) Proportionate(c) Disproportionate(d) EqualI had been asked this question in homework.This intriguing question originated from Weirs in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» CORRECT answer is (d) Equal

The explanation is: Cippoletti weir is a special case of a TRAPEZOIDAL weir. In this, the side slope on either SIDES are equal. So, trapezoid can be divided into rectangular and triangular portion and hence analysed easily.
22.

Water Act is a main law in action used for EIA formulated in __________(a) 1981(b) 1974(c) 1975(d) 1986I had been asked this question by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.My query is from Impact Assessment in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct choice is (b) 1974

For explanation I would say: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate CHANGE (MoEFCC) of India has some main laws in action for EIA. They are Water Act, AIR Act, WILDLIFE Act, Environmental Act and BIOLOGICAL Diversity Act.

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Which of the below is suitable for soft sandy foundation?(a) Dry stone slope weir(b) Vertical drop weir(c) Parabolic weir(d) Masonry slope weirThis question was addressed to me in semester exam.The origin of the question is Weirs in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right choice is (d) Masonry slope weir

The explanation is: Masonry or concrete slope weir is the ONE suitable for soft sandy foundation. It is USED where difference in weir crest and DOWNSTREAM RIVER is limited to 3M.

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For a discharge of triangular weirs with notch angle __________ the formula is 0.685 h^2.45.(a) 90^o(b) 60^o(c) 30^o(d) 45^oThis question was posed to me in homework.I'm obligated to ask this question of Weirs in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» CORRECT ANSWER is (C) 30^o

The best EXPLANATION: For 30^o ANGLE, the formula is 0.685 h^2.45.For 60^o angle, it is 1.45 h^2.47 and for 90^o angle, it is 2.49 h^2.48.
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Triangular weir is also called:(a) Trigonometric(b) Ogee(c) V-notch(d) IsolatedThe question was posed to me in an interview for internship.My question is taken from Weirs topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right answer is (c) V-notch

The explanation is: Triangular weir is shaped like a reverse TRIANGLE that is the shape of V. HENCE, it is also called V-notch weir. These can be used to measure discharge over small flows with GREATER accuracy.

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Based on material of construction, ___________ types are there.(a) 2(b) 4(c) 6(d) 8The question was posed to me during an online interview.My question is from Dams in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (a) 2

The explanation: There are two types – rigid and non-rigid. Rigid MATERIAL includes STEEL, concrete, MASONRY, STONE, etc.and non-rigid MATERIALS are earth (earth dam), tailings (waste from mine), rock fill (rock).

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Head loss will be small in case of:(a) Ogee shaped(b) Broad crested(c) Sharp crested(d) Narrow crestedThe question was asked during an interview.I want to ask this question from Weirs in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct option is (b) Broad crested

Explanation: Broad crested weirs are constructed in rectangular SHAPE only and are SUITABLE for larger FLOWS. HENCE, head loss is less.

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Hydroelectric power plants at dam supplies about _________ of world’s electricity.(a) 19%(b) 25%(c) 42%(d) 50%This question was posed to me in my homework.My question is taken from Dams topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct answer is (a) 19%

The explanation is: It ALSO contributes to over 63% of renewable energy. Most of this is GENERATED by China (LARGE dams) and contributes about 50% of world USE of the power generated.

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Implementing CAD improves communications.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked in final exam.My enquiry is from Computer-Aided Design topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right answer is (a) True

The best explanation: The use of CAD SYSTEM provides the better understanding of engineering drawings by standardising them. It has fewer errors, proper DOCUMENTATION and GREATER LEGIBILITY.

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Weirs are normally used to calculate:(a) Volume(b) Head loss(c) Discharge(d) VelocityI got this question in homework.My question is from Weirs in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT answer is (C) Discharge

The best I can explain: Discharge or flow rate is measured and calculated by analysing a weir. It is given by Q=CLH^n, where C is flow coefficient, L is width of crest, H is height of HEAD, n is different for different structures.

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Water for irrigation can come from ____________ sources.(a) 3(b) 2(c) 4(d) 5I have been asked this question during an interview for a job.The query is from Types of Irrigation in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right option is (a) 3

Easy explanation: The sources of water for irrigation can be ground water, surface water and non-conventional sources. The non-conventional sources are treated WASTEWATER, drainage water, FOG COLLECTION, ETC.

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How many types of CAD are there?(a) 6(b) 4(c) 2(d) 5This question was addressed to me in final exam.The query is from Computer-Aided Design in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right CHOICE is (d) 5

Best explanation: The five types are 2D CAD (flat drawings of product), 2.5D CAD (Prismatic MODELS), 3D CAD (3D OBJECTS), 3D wireframe and surface modelling (skeleton like inner structure) and solid modelling (solid GEOMETRY).

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Domestic demand for water can be assessed using:(a) X.Y.Z(b) H.I.J(c) A.B.C(d) P.Q.RI got this question in an international level competition.The above asked question is from Impact Assessment topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct answer is (a) X.Y.Z

The BEST I can EXPLAIN: WATER quality is an important part to be checked in EIA. It can be a domestic and commercial use of water.X stands for litres of water per CAPITA, Y for number of people per household and Z for number of dwelling units.

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Based on function of dam, it can be classified into: –(a) 5(b) 8(c) 10(d) 6The question was asked by my college professor while I was bunking the class.The doubt is from Dams topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (a) 5

To explain: The FIVE types are storage, diversion, DETENTION, DEBRIS and coffer dams.

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How many types of weirs are there based on the shape of the crest?(a) 6(b) 4(c) 5(d) 3This question was addressed to me in an international level competition.This interesting question is from Weirs topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT OPTION is (b) 4

Best EXPLANATION: The FOUR types are sharp-crested, broad-crested, narrow-crested and ogee-shaped weir.

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How many grip points does a circle have?(a) 5(b) 4(c) 3(d) 2I had been asked this question in unit test.My doubt is from AutoCAD topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The correct OPTION is (a) 5

For EXPLANATION I would say: A grip point appears as blue colour when an object is selected. Using these, an object can be modified. A circle has 5 trip POINTS. ONE in centre, 4 at each quadrant.

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AutoCAD was first released in the year:(a) 1858(b) 1966(c) 1898(d) 1982This question was addressed to me during a job interview.This interesting question is from AutoCAD topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» CORRECT OPTION is (d) 1982

The explanation: It was released in December 1982. It was a DESKTOP APP running on micro-computer with internal GRAPHICS controllers.
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Who formulated the six ground rules to be considered in designing graphics software?(a) Newman and Sproull(b) Schaffer G(c) Fitzgerald W(d) Krouse and LerroThe question was posed to me in a job interview.My question is from Computer-Aided Design topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» CORRECT choice is (a) Newman and Sproull

The explanation is: They gave six GROUND RULES which were SIMPLICITY, consistency, COMPLETENESS, robustness, performance and economy.
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In trapezoidal weir, sides are inclined outward with a slope of:(a) 1:4(b) 1:5(c) 1:6(d) 1:3The question was asked in quiz.This question is from Weirs in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (a) 1:4

For explanation: In TRAPEZOIDAL weir, the sides are sloping outward at a specific inclination of 1:4 (HORIZONTAL: VERTICAL). It is a modification of rectangular weir with SLIGHTLY higher capacity.

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Which command is used to divide the object into segments having predefined length?(a) Divide(b) Chamfer(c) Trim(d) MeasureThis question was posed to me in exam.Asked question is from AutoCAD in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT choice is (d) MEASURE

To explain: Measure command DIVIDES the object into segments of predefined LENGTH. Divide option divides object into n number of equal segments.
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Which key is used to obtain properties palette in AutoCAD?(a) Control+1(b) Control+2(c) Control+3(d) Control+4The question was asked in an online interview.The query is from AutoCAD topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» CORRECT answer is (a) Control+1

Easiest explanation: Control+2 GIVES DESIGN centre PALETTE, control+3 gives TOOLS palette. Control+4 is not an option.
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The process of designing consists of __________ identifiable steps.(a) 8(b) 5(c) 4(d) 6I got this question by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.My question is from Computer-Aided Design topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT choice is (d) 6

To explain I would SAY: The six steps are recognition of need, the definition of a problem, synthesis, analysis & optimization, EVALUATION and PRESENTATION.

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The computer-aided design (CAD) hardware doesn’t include.(a) Graphic display terminals(b) Computer(c) Computer programmes(d) KeyboardThis question was addressed to me in an interview for internship.I'd like to ask this question from Computer-Aided Design topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT option is (C) Computer programmes

For explanation I would say: CAD has both HARDWARE and software components. The hardware components are GRAPHIC display terminals, Computer and Keyboard.The software components include all computer programmes that implement computer graphics.
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Modem CAD systems are based on:(a) ICG(b) GCI(c) GIF(d) IFGI had been asked this question in a national level competition.My question is from Computer-Aided Design topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT CHOICE is (a) ICG

The explanation: ICG is interactive computer GRAPHICS. It denotes a user-oriented system in which computer is used to create, transform and display data in PICTORIAL or SYMBOLIC forms.
45.

Optimization of urban mobility can be intervened at the infrastructure level by use of:(a) SUV lanes(b) HOV lanes(c) Toll free lanes(d) Slow lanesThe question was posed to me during a job interview.The query is from Urban Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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The CORRECT choice is (b) HOV lanes

To explain: The HOV (High Occupancy VEHICLES) lane optimizes the existing ROADS by allowing vehicles with 2,3 or more OCCUPANTS to use these lanes exclusively. So, it promotes people to use car pools to reach the destination FASTER, reducing the number of vehicles on road.

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How many stages are there in EIA?(a) 5(b) 3(c) 2(d) 4This question was posed to me during an interview.I would like to ask this question from Impact Assessment topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct choice is (d) 4

Explanation: There are four STAGES or levels in EIA. They are local LEVEL, REGIONAL level, national level and GLOBAL level.

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How many workspaces are available in AutoCAD?(a) 2(b) 4(c) 3(d) 5I have been asked this question during an interview.I'm obligated to ask this question of AutoCAD topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right choice is (C) 3

The EXPLANATION: There are three WORKSPACES available to switch between in AUTOCAD. These are drafting and annotation, 3D basics and 3D modelling.

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How many units are available in AutoCAD?(a) 4(b) 5(c) 7(d) 6I had been asked this question during a job interview.My query is from AutoCAD topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Correct option is (b) 5

To ELABORATE: The UNITS are architectural (feet & inches), decimals, engineering (inches), Fractional and scientific (10^e form).

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The typical ICG system consists of software component.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was posed to me during an online interview.My doubt stems from Computer-Aided Design in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Answer» RIGHT answer is (b) False

The explanation: It consists of both hardware and software. Hardware INCLUDES CPU, workstations and peripheral devices. Software consists of COMPUTER PROGRAMMES required to implement graphics.
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The functionality areas of CAD application can be grouped into __________ categories.(a) 2(b) 3(c) 4(d) 5The question was posed to me at a job interview.I would like to ask this question from Computer-Aided Design in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

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Right CHOICE is (c) 4

Explanation: The four CATEGORIES are geometric modelling, engineering analysis, design REVIEW and evaluation and automated DRAFTING.