Explore topic-wise MCQs in Soil Mechanics.

This section includes 5 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Soil Mechanics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The greatest value of maximum shear stress max occurs when angle is _________

A.
B. /2
C. /3
D. /4
Answer» C. /3
Discussion
2.

The maximum shear stress is the difference between major and minor principal stresses.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
3.

Trapezoidal load is encountered in earth fills.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
4.

The triangular load is also known as ___________

A. uniformly distributed load
B. uniformly varying load
C. point load
D. equivalent uniformly distributed load
Answer» C. point load
Discussion
5.

The uniformly varying load is __________ in a beam.

A. rate of loading increases linearly from zero
B. rate of loading increases non-linearly from zero
C. equal load at every point
D. equal load only at supports
Answer» B. rate of loading increases non-linearly from zero
Discussion