Building System Design and Purpose

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What is the primary purpose of building?

To increase the value of surrounding land

To showcase architectural designs

To provide a location for recreational activities

To provide shelter for the performance of human activities (correct)

What is the measure of the resistance of a material to deformation under load?

Stiffness

Strength

Elastic modulus (correct)

Density

What is the force that a building's structure must work against?

Gravity (correct)

Wind

Flooding

Earthquakes

What is the name of the truss commonly used in buildings and named after an inventor?

The Pratt Truss Signup and view all the answers

What is the elastic modulus of structural steel?

2,100,000 kg per sq.cm Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of the instructor's grading system for Major Exam?

40% Signup and view all the answers

What is the relative stiffness of the material compared to aluminum?

What is the primary function of tools according to the text?

To extend the hand thereby increasing its speed, power and accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What is the third factor that affects the advantages of using tools?

Tools and equipment of good quality and standard Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the tool used to guide a pencil or scriber in making a straight line?

Straight Edge Signup and view all the answers

How many functional groups are tools categorized into according to the text?

6 Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the tool sometimes called a Trying Square?

Square Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a Draw Knife?

A large sharp edge blade with handles at each end Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plane is used for finishing work?

Smooth Plane Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight range of a Claw Hammer recommended for framing work?

450-560 grams Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Wrench?

To tighten or loosen bolts Signup and view all the answers

Which type of Float is used for smoothing out surfaces?

Bull Float Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a Portable Electric Saber Saw?

A power driven reciprocating cutting tool Signup and view all the answers