Chapter Four

Question 1

The designer had to make special considerations for wind as the building was taller than ______stories, the minimum height that usually necessitates such consideration.

Answer 1

3 or 4

Question 2

The type of stess an upper floor places on the columns that support it is _____ stress

Answer 2

compressive

Question 3

Compared with steeland concrete decks, all of the following are characteristics of a wood floor system except:
A. shorter spans
B. less fire resistance
C. more dimensional stability
D. lower cost

Answer 3

C. more dimensional stability.

Question 4

Most _______ are erected using a combination of reinforced concrete and structural steel to achieve composite columns and avoid constructing extremely large columns on the lower floors, which take up valuable space.

Answer 4

High-Rise buildings

Question 5

Bill may select steel for construction of his new building due to its ability to last indefinitely and, under proper conditions, require little painting maintenance. this is an example of the advantage of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ when using steel for construction.
A. high strength
B. uniformity
C. elasticity
D. permanence

Answer 5

D. Permanence

Question 6

Bill has decided to choose precast concrete rather than reinforced concrete for construction of his new building. In doing so, he hopes to achieve greater independence of construction from weather conditions. another advantage of using precast concrete is found in the:
A. floor-to-floor heights.
B. Quality control and concrete strength
C.continuity between structural members.
D. heavier weight that increases the size of the foundation.

Answer 6

B. Quality control and concrete strength.

Question 7

sheila, the building manager, has noticed a large crack between a concrete terrace and its retaining wall after a harsh winter. This most likely is an indication of a problem with the foundation soil and _______.

Answer 7

Frost

Question 8

A shallow foundation system may use ______ for the building foundation to support load-bearing walls located on average-to-good load-bearing capacity soil, as well as boundary and retaining walls.

a. steel piles
b. spread footing systems
c. mat and raft systems
d. floating systems

Answer 8

B. spread footing systems