If d is the distance between the flange angles of a plate girder, vertical stiffeners are provided at a distance not greater than

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1.5 d but not less than 0.33 d

1.25 d but not less than 0.33 d

2.0 d but not less than 0.50 d

2.5 d but not less than 0.50 d

Correct Answer : 1.5 d but not less than 0.33 d

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Which of the following is not a parameter for decrease in strength of slender member?

residual stress

seismic load

initial lack of straightness

variation of material properties

Correct Answer : Option (B) : seismic load

Explanation : The decrease in strength of slender member is due to following parameter : imperfections- initial lack of straightness, accidental eccentricities of loading, residual stress, and variation of material properties over the cross section.

Which of the following is not a compression member?

tie

boom

strut

rafter

Correct Answer : Option (A) : tie

Explanation : Strut, boom and rafter are compression members, whereas tie is a tension member.

Rolled steel angle sections are classified as

bulb angles

equal angles

unequal angles

All of the above

Correct Answer : Option (D) : All of the above

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