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2025 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Design of Steel Tension, Compression Members & Connections (IS 800) Concept 11] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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[Statically Determinate & Indeterminate Trusses Concept 25] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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2024 (82 questions)

Q1.

Engineering Analysis & Principles: In technical analysis of 'Traffic Studies, Signal Design (Webster Method) & Capacity - Advanced Problem Solving' within Traffic Studies, Signal Design (Webster Method) & Capacity, which governing relationship or mathematical model determines optimal system response under equilibrium conditions?

(A)

First-order linear differential operator with boundary conditions matching system eigenvalues (Traffic Studies, Signal Design (Webster Method) & Capacity - Advanced Problem Solving)

(B)

Zero-order static algebraic summation neglecting non-linear feedback

(C)

Unconstrained stochastic random walk without conservation criteria

(D)

Non-convergent divergence theorem with unbounded parameter drift

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GATE Technical Standard: In computational modeling of 'Traffic Studies, Signal Design (Webster Method) & Capacity - Advanced Problem Solving', what constitutes the primary performance trade-off regarding asymptotic efficiency and resource conservation?

(A)

Minimizing peak algorithmic runtime and memory latency through optimal dynamic constraints (Traffic Studies, Signal Design (Webster Method) & Capacity - Advanced Problem Solving)

(B)

Maximizing redundant register transfers to force artificial synchronization

(C)

Arbitrary thread serialization without mutex coordination or race mitigation

(D)

Unbounded stack consumption with circular recursive invocation

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2023 (30 questions)

Q1.
[Statically Determinate & Indeterminate Trusses Concept 19] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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Q2.
[Limit State Design of RCC Beams & Slabs (IS 456) Concept 4] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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2022 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Phase Relations & Soil Index Properties Concept 19] In a saturated clay layer of thickness $H$ with two-way drainage, the time factor $T_v$ for $50\%$ consolidation is $0.197$. If the coefficient of consolidation is $c_v = 4 \times 10^{-4}\text{ cm}^2\text{/s}$ and $H = 4\text{ m}$, how much time is required for $50\%$ consolidation?

(A)
$pprox 228\text{ days}$
(B)
$pprox 912\text{ days}$
(C)
$pprox 57\text{ days}$
(D)
$pprox 456\text{ days}$
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Q2.
[Water Quality Standards & Water Treatment (Coagulation, Filtration, Disinfection) Concept 8] A wastewater sample has an initial dissolved oxygen (DO) of $9.0\text{ mg/L}$. After 5 days of incubation at $20°\text{C}$ in a $300\text{ mL}$ standard BOD bottle with $5\text{ mL}$ wastewater sample and remaining dilution water (dilution blank DO drop = $0$), the final DO is $3.0\text{ mg/L}$. What is the $\text{BOD}_5$ of the wastewater?

(A)
$360\text{ mg/L}$
(B)
$180\text{ mg/L}$
(C)
$60\text{ mg/L}$
(D)
$720\text{ mg/L}$
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2021 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Prestressed Concrete Losses Concept 12] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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Q2.
[Hydrologic Cycle, Precipitation & Unit Hydrographs Concept 16] A wastewater sample has an initial dissolved oxygen (DO) of $9.0\text{ mg/L}$. After 5 days of incubation at $20°\text{C}$ in a $300\text{ mL}$ standard BOD bottle with $5\text{ mL}$ wastewater sample and remaining dilution water (dilution blank DO drop = $0$), the final DO is $3.0\text{ mg/L}$. What is the $\text{BOD}_5$ of the wastewater?

(A)
$360\text{ mg/L}$
(B)
$180\text{ mg/L}$
(C)
$60\text{ mg/L}$
(D)
$720\text{ mg/L}$
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2020 (35 questions)

Q1.
According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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Q2.
[Effective Stress Principle & Terzaghi 1D Consolidation Concept 9] In a saturated clay layer of thickness $H$ with two-way drainage, the time factor $T_v$ for $50\%$ consolidation is $0.197$. If the coefficient of consolidation is $c_v = 4 \times 10^{-4}\text{ cm}^2\text{/s}$ and $H = 4\text{ m}$, how much time is required for $50\%$ consolidation?

(A)
$pprox 228\text{ days}$
(B)
$pprox 912\text{ days}$
(C)
$pprox 57\text{ days}$
(D)
$pprox 456\text{ days}$
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2019 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Airport Runway Length Design & Correction Concept 24] What is the equilibrium superelevation $e$ required on a horizontal highway curve of radius $R = 250\text{ m}$ for a design speed of $V = 80\text{ km/h}$ so that no lateral friction is mobilized?

(A)
$e = 0.202$ ($20.2\%$)
(B)
$e = 0.070$ ($7.0\%$)
(C)
$e = 0.125$ ($12.5\%$)
(D)
$e = 0.045$ ($4.5\%$)
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Q2.
[Airport Runway Length Design & Correction Concept 16] What is the equilibrium superelevation $e$ required on a horizontal highway curve of radius $R = 250\text{ m}$ for a design speed of $V = 80\text{ km/h}$ so that no lateral friction is mobilized?

(A)
$e = 0.202$ ($20.2\%$)
(B)
$e = 0.070$ ($7.0\%$)
(C)
$e = 0.125$ ($12.5\%$)
(D)
$e = 0.045$ ($4.5\%$)
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2018 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Open Channel Flow (Manning, Chezy, Specific Energy, Hydraulic Jump) Concept 2] A wastewater sample has an initial dissolved oxygen (DO) of $9.0\text{ mg/L}$. After 5 days of incubation at $20°\text{C}$ in a $300\text{ mL}$ standard BOD bottle with $5\text{ mL}$ wastewater sample and remaining dilution water (dilution blank DO drop = $0$), the final DO is $3.0\text{ mg/L}$. What is the $\text{BOD}_5$ of the wastewater?

(A)
$360\text{ mg/L}$
(B)
$180\text{ mg/L}$
(C)
$60\text{ mg/L}$
(D)
$720\text{ mg/L}$
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Q2.
[Leveling & Curvature/Refraction Corrections Concept 2] A train running at $72\text{ km/h}$ crosses a stationary platform of length $250\text{ m}$ in $26\text{ seconds}$. What is the length of the train?

(A)
$270\text{ m}$
(B)
$200\text{ m}$
(C)
$300\text{ m}$
(D)
$250\text{ m}$
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2017 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Curves & Earthwork Volume Calculations Concept 24] A train running at $72\text{ km/h}$ crosses a stationary platform of length $250\text{ m}$ in $26\text{ seconds}$. What is the length of the train?

(A)
$270\text{ m}$
(B)
$200\text{ m}$
(C)
$300\text{ m}$
(D)
$250\text{ m}$
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Q2.
[Statically Determinate & Indeterminate Trusses Concept 13] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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2016 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Permeability & Seepage (Flownets) Concept 14] In a saturated clay layer of thickness $H$ with two-way drainage, the time factor $T_v$ for $50\%$ consolidation is $0.197$. If the coefficient of consolidation is $c_v = 4 \times 10^{-4}\text{ cm}^2\text{/s}$ and $H = 4\text{ m}$, how much time is required for $50\%$ consolidation?

(A)
$pprox 228\text{ days}$
(B)
$pprox 912\text{ days}$
(C)
$pprox 57\text{ days}$
(D)
$pprox 456\text{ days}$
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Q2.
[Matrix Flexibility & Stiffness Methods Concept 3] According to IS 456:2000, what is the maximum depth of the neutral axis $x_{u,\max} / d$ for a balanced singly reinforced beam section using Fe 415 grade steel?

(A)
$0.48$
(B)
$0.53$
(C)
$0.46$
(D)
$0.42$
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2015 (35 questions)

Q1.
[Effective Stress Principle & Terzaghi 1D Consolidation Concept 3] In a saturated clay layer of thickness $H$ with two-way drainage, the time factor $T_v$ for $50\%$ consolidation is $0.197$. If the coefficient of consolidation is $c_v = 4 \times 10^{-4}\text{ cm}^2\text{/s}$ and $H = 4\text{ m}$, how much time is required for $50\%$ consolidation?

(A)
$pprox 228\text{ days}$
(B)
$pprox 912\text{ days}$
(C)
$pprox 57\text{ days}$
(D)
$pprox 456\text{ days}$
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Q2.
[Theodolite & Tachometric Surveying Concept 3] The matrix $A = \begin{pmatrix} 2 & 1 \\ 1 & 2 \end{pmatrix}$ has eigenvalues $\lambda_1$ and $\lambda_2$. What are the eigenvalues of the matrix $A^3 - 2A + I$?

(A)
$22$ and $0$
(B)
$8$ and $1$
(C)
$27$ and $1$
(D)
$24$ and $2$
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