The differential settlement in case of foundations on sandv soils should not exceed_____________?

Related Mcqs:

1. In case of foundations on black cotton soils, the most suitable method to increase the bearing capacity of soils is to_________________?

   A. increase the depth of foundation
   B. drain the soil
   C. compact the soil
   D. replace the poor soil

2. The maximum total settlement for isolated foundations on clayey soils should be limited to______________?

   A. 25 mm
   B. 40 mm
   C. 65 mm
   D. 100 mm

3. The maximum total settlement for raft foundation on clayey soils should be limited to______________?

   A. 25 mm
   B. 25 to 40 mm
   C. 40 to 65 mm
   D. 65 to 100 mm

4. The minimum depth of foundation in clayey soils is_______________?

   A. 0.5 m
   B. 0.7 m
   C. 0.9 m
   D. 1.2 m

5. The vehicle used in case of enamel paints is usually______________?

   A. linseed oil
   B. water
   C. varnish
   D. none of the above

6. Sandstone is a ________________?

   i. sedimentary rock
   ii. aqueous rock
   iii. silicious rock

   The correct answer is:
   A. only (i)
   B. both (i) and (ii)
   C. both (i) and (iii)
   D. all (i), (ii) and (iii)

7. Quick lime is (1) slow in setting (2) rapid in slacking (3) good in strength The correct answer is____________?

   A. only (1)
   B. only (2)
   C. both (1) and (2)
   D. both (2) and (3)

8. Which of the following cements contains maximum percentage of dicalcium silicate?

   A. ordinary Portland cement
   B. low heat cement
   C. rapid hardening cement
   D. sulphate resisting cement

9. The type of joint commonly used at the junction of a principal rafter and tie beam in timber trussess is__________________?

   A. mortise and tennon joint
   B. oblique mortise and tennon joint
   C. butt joint
   D. mitred joint

10. In any good staircase, the maximum and minimum pitch respectively should be_____________?

    A. 90° and 0°
    B. 75° and 30°
    C. 60° and 10°
    D. 40° and 25°