Structural analySiS Final Exam QuEStiOnS WitH DEtailED
VEriFiED anSWErS (100% cOrrEct anSWErS) 2026
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Why are we intrested in the deflected shpe? - anSWEr-Check our analysis(bending moment
diagram_
Determine where tension/compression occur
Obtain a picture of how the structure will deflect, so that we can modify the structure if
necessary
Structure musst also be designed to resist LATERAL LOADS. These loads act horizontally inclue:
- anSWEr-Soil
earthquake
Wind
What are examples of Dead loads? - anSWEr-Floors, walls, and finishes, and includes all other
permanent attadhments to structures like pipes, electrial conduits, air conditioning, heating
ducts, and all items intended to remain in place throughout the life of the strucutre.
What are examples of Live loads? - anSWEr-Occupants/people
Snow/rain
Furnishings
What is the difference between a frame and beam - anSWEr-Frame members often carry
Axial(P) force
In frames, the beam-to-column connectiona re either_______ or _______ - anSWEr-Pinned or
Moment-resisting
Frame with only_____connections will collapse - anSWEr-Pinned
VEriFiED anSWErS (100% cOrrEct anSWErS) 2026
upDatE/alrEaDy GraDED a +
Why are we intrested in the deflected shpe? - anSWEr-Check our analysis(bending moment
diagram_
Determine where tension/compression occur
Obtain a picture of how the structure will deflect, so that we can modify the structure if
necessary
Structure musst also be designed to resist LATERAL LOADS. These loads act horizontally inclue:
- anSWEr-Soil
earthquake
Wind
What are examples of Dead loads? - anSWEr-Floors, walls, and finishes, and includes all other
permanent attadhments to structures like pipes, electrial conduits, air conditioning, heating
ducts, and all items intended to remain in place throughout the life of the strucutre.
What are examples of Live loads? - anSWEr-Occupants/people
Snow/rain
Furnishings
What is the difference between a frame and beam - anSWEr-Frame members often carry
Axial(P) force
In frames, the beam-to-column connectiona re either_______ or _______ - anSWEr-Pinned or
Moment-resisting
Frame with only_____connections will collapse - anSWEr-Pinned
