18 Questions
What is the purpose of a circular stair in a building?
To connect different levels in a compact manner
What is the function of a Lintel beam in construction?
Support the walls above
What is the main material used to make concrete in construction?
Lime
What is the purpose of a Terrace in a construction setting?
To serve as a sheltered outdoor platform
What is the function of a canopy in a carport?
To offer shelter from the elements
Where is the cellar typically located within a building?
Partly below grade
What does a Ramp provide in a building?
Ease of access for wheelchairs
Where would you typically find a Mezzanine floor in a building?
In any storey or room
Where does a foundation typically begin in relation to the building's structure?
Below the footing
Where would you typically find Purlins in construction?
On top of the rafters or truss chord
What is the primary purpose of a circular stair in a building?
To connect different levels efficiently
What does a Soffit refer to in construction?
The underside of a beam or lintel
What is the purpose of a wall footing in construction?
To distribute the load from a wall to the soil
Which CAD command is used to create a smooth curve passing through or near specified points?
Spline
What type of stair is also known as a winding or circular stair?
Windy stair
In CAD, what does the 'Explode' command do?
Break compound objects into their component objects
What does the CAD command 'Offset' help to achieve?
Create a new object at a specified distance from an existing object or through a specified point
What is the purpose of a wall bearing in construction?
To distribute the load to the soil
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