Exercise: Strength Of Materials

Questions for: Strength Of Materials

A column of length (l) with both ends fixed may be considered as equivalent to a column of length __________ with one end fixed and the other end free.
A:
l/8
B:
l/4
C:
l/2
D:
l
Answer: B
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The maximum bending moment of a simply supported beam of span l and carrying a point load W at the centre of beam, is
A:
Wl/4
B:
Wl/2
C:
Wl
D:
Wl2/4
Answer: A
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The stiffness of a closely-coiled helical spring is __________ proportional to number of turns.
A:
directly
B:
inversely
C:
D:
Answer: B
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The planes, which carry no shear stress, are known as principal planes.
A:
True
B:
False
C:
D:
Answer: A
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The values of equivalent length (L) and actual length (l) of a column for both ends hinged is the same
A:
Yes
B:
No
C:
D:
Answer: A
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