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1. For a standard 45� fillet, the ratio of size of fillet to throat thickness is
A. 1:1
B. 1 : V2
C. V2 : 1
D. 2: 1
Explanation:
2. When the bolts are subjected to reversal of stresses, the most suitable type of bolt is
A. black bolt
B. ordinary unfinished bolt
C. turned and fitted bolt
D. high strength bolt
Explanation:
3. The connection of intermediate vertical stiffeners to the web, not subjected to external loads, shall be designed for a minimum shear force (kN/m) of
A. 75 t2/h
B. 125 t3/h2
C. 125 t2/h
D. 175 t2/h
Explanation:
4. The minimum thickness of a steel plate, which is directly exposed to weather and is not accessible for cleaning and repainting, should be:
A. 4.5 mm
B. 6 mm
C. 8 mm
D. 10 mm
Explanation:
5. The moment of inertia of the pair of vertical stiffeners about the center line of the web should not be less than.
A. 1.5dV/C
B. 1.5d�/C
C. 1.5d�/C2
D. 1.5dY/C3
Explanation: