For a column of height L fixed in position and direction both at its top and bottom, its effective length, is

A)
L
B)
2L
C)
1/√2
D)
(1/2)*L

Correct Answer :   (1/2)*L

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Which of the following is not a parameter for decrease in strength of slender member?
A)
residual stress
B)
seismic load
C)
initial lack of straightness
D)
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?
A)
tie
B)
boom
C)
strut
D)
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
A)
bulb angles
B)
equal angles
C)
unequal angles
D)
All of the above

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

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