Explore topic-wise MCQs in Prestressed Concrete Structures.

This section includes 9 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Prestressed Concrete Structures knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The method of tensioning Magnel-Balton system involves ___________

A. Hydraulic jack and wires
B. Hydraulic jack and bars
C. Multi strand hydraulic jack
D. Jack inserted at centre of beam
Answer» B. Hydraulic jack and bars
Discussion
2.

The drawback of Lee-McCall system is it cannot use ___________

A. Straight tendons
B. Elliptical tendons
C. Curved tendons
D. Trapezoidal tendons
Answer» D. Trapezoidal tendons
Discussion
3.

In Lee-McCall system, the prestressing tendons are in the form of ___________

A. Steel bars
B. Tension bars
C. Compression bars
D. Rings
Answer» B. Tension bars
Discussion
4.

In Gifford-Udall system, the number of methods for prestressing members is?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer» D. 4
Discussion
5.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of Freyssinet system?

A. Stresses in the wires are not similar
B. Rapid attainment of stretching force
C. Safeguarding of wires is economical
D. Projection of plug left in concrete
Answer» B. Rapid attainment of stretching force
Discussion
6.

The Freyssinet system of prestressing involves the arrangement of wires of number?

A. 10
B. 14
C. 12
D. 8
Answer» D. 8
Discussion
7.

The Freyssinet system of post tensioning anchorages was developed in ___________

A. 1934
B. 1935
C. 1939
D. 1936
Answer» D. 1936
Discussion
8.

After the tensioning operation, the space between the tendons and the ducts are ___________

A. Layered
B. Grouted
C. Cemented
D. Drilled
Answer» C. Cemented
Discussion
9.

In post tensioning, the concrete units are cast by ___________

A. Ducts
B. Jacks
C. Anchorages
D. Wedges
Answer» B. Jacks
Discussion