1
GATE CE 2004
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
A three hinged parabolic arch $$ABC$$ has a span of $$20$$ $$m$$ and a central rise of $$4$$ $$m.$$ The arch has hinges at the ends and at the center. A train of two point loads of $$20$$ $$kN$$ and $$10$$ $$kN$$, $$5$$ $$m$$ apart, crosses this arch from left to right, with $$20$$ $$kN$$ load leading. The maximum thrust induced at the supports is
A
$$25.00$$ $$kN$$
B
$$28.13$$ $$kN$$
C
$$31.25$$ $$kN$$
D
$$32.81$$ $$kN$$
2
GATE CE 2004
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
The unit load method used in Structural analysis is
A
applicable only to statically indeterminate structures
B
another name for stiffness method
C
an extension of Maxwell's reciprocal theorem
D
derived from Castigliano's theorem
3
GATE CE 2004
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
For a linear elastic structural system, minimization of potential energy yields
A
compatibility conditions
B
constitutive relations
C
equilibrium equations
D
strain-displacement relation
4
GATE CE 2004
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.6
The plane frame below is analyzed by neglecting axial deformations. Following statements are made with respect to the analysis : GATE CE 2004 Structural Analysis - Moment Distribution Method Question 4 English

$$1.$$$$\,\,\,\,\,\,\,$$ Column $$AB$$ carries axial force only.
$$2.$$$$\,\,\,\,\,\,\,$$ Vertical deflection at the center of beam $$BC$$ is $$1mm.$$

Which of the following applies?

A
Both the statements are true
B
Statements $$1$$ is true but $$2$$ is false
C
Statements $$2$$ is true but $$1$$ is false
D
Both the statements are false
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