Pakistan's best MCQs practice hub — FPSC · PPSC · CSS · NTS · Other Exams
Login

When a column is fixed at one end and hinged at the other end, its effective length (Leff) in terms of actual length ‘L’ is:

A0.5 L
B0.7 L (or L / sqrt(2))
C1.0 L
D2.0 L

Explanation

Theoretical effective length for fixed-hinged column is L / sqrt(2) approx 0.707 L (recommended design value as per codes is 0.8 L).

Submitted by: mcqstutor Team More Civil Engineering MCQs →

No Comments

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *