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Exam Year: 2081, Mangsir(Model Question)
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Subject: Theory of Structure II (EG603CE) Code No. …………………………
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i. Answers should be given by filling the Multiple-Choice Questions' Answer Sheet.
ii. The main answer sheet can be used for rough work.

GROUP A (Multiple-Choice Questions) [10x1=10] Time: 20 Minutes

1) The number of independent equations to be 6) parabolic arch, if one of the supports settles
satisfied for static equilibrium of a plane structure is horizontally, then the horizontal thrust
a. 1 a. is increased
b. 2 b. is decreased
c. 3 c. remains unchanged
d. 6 d. becomes zero
2) If there are m unknown member forces, r unknown 7) Which of the following methods of structural
reaction components and j number of joints, then analysis is a force method?
the degree of static indeterminacy of a pin-jointed a. Slope deflection method
plane frame is given by b. Column analogy method
a. m+r-2j c. Moment distribution method
b. m-r+2j d. None of the above
c. m+r-3j 8) A single rolling load of 8 kN rolls along a girder of
15 m span. The absolute maximum bending
d. m+r+3j
moment will be
3) The deflection at any point of a perfect frame can
a. 8 kN.m
be obtained by applying a unit load at the joint in
b. 15 kN.m
a. vertical direction
c. 30 kN.m
b. horizontal direction d. 60 kN.m
c. inclined direction 9) In a simply supported beam of span L and
d. the direction in which the deflection is
flexural rigidity EI the total deflection under
required
4) The Castigliano’s second theorem can be used to a concentrated load W acting at the centre
compute deflections of the beam is
𝑊𝐿3
a. In statically determinate structures only a.
6𝐸𝐼
b. for any type of structure 𝑊𝐿3
b.
c. at the point under the load only 48𝐸𝐼
𝑊𝐿3
d. for beams and frames only c.
384𝐸𝐼
5) For a two-hinged arch, if one of the supports settles 𝑊𝐿3
d.
down vertically, then the horizontal thrust 16𝐸𝐼
a. is increased 10) The yield moment of a cross section is
b. is decreased defined as the moment that will just produce
c. remains unchanged the yield stress in,
d. becomes zero a. the outermost fibre of the section
e. For a symmetrical two hinged b. the innermost fibre of the section
c. neutral fibre of the section
d. the fibres everywhere
 Manmohan Technical University
Office of the Controller of Examinations
Exam Year: 2081, Mangsir
School: SOE Level: BE Time: 3 Hours
Program: BCE Year/Part: III/I Full Marks: 50
Subject: Theory of Structure II (EG603CE)
✓ Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable.
✓ The figures in the margin indicate Full Marks.
✓ Assume suitable data if necessary.

GROUP A (Multiple-Choice Questions in separate paper) [101=10]

GROUP B (Short Answer Questions - Attempt Any Eight) [82=16]

1. Explain statically indeterminate structures along their advantages and

disadvantages.
2. Define strain energy. Also derive strain energy due to bending.
3. State and prove Maxwell reciprocal theorem.
4. Define and explain the following terms:
a. Primary Structure
b. Redundant Force
c. Flexibility Coefficient
d. Degree of Kinematic Indeterminacy.
5. Explain the principle of moment distribution method with an example.
6. Define plastic hinge? Also compare plastic and elastic hinges of a structural system.
7. State Muller Breslau principle for influence line diagram with an example.
8. Show that there is no bending moment at any section in parabolic arch( three
hinged arch) subjected to uniformly distributed load over entire span.
9. Explain local and global coordinate systems.

GROUP C (Long Answer Questions - Attempt Any six questions) [64=24]

10. Determine the external and internal degree of static indeterminacy and also the
kinematic indeterminacy of the structure give below. [4]

11. Determine the reaction at the roller support B of the beam shown below by using [4]
consistent force method, EI is constant
50 kN

A C B

6m 6m

12. Determine the rotation at C using Castigliano’s second theorem.

[4]
 20 kN/m

C D
4m
180 kN 12 m
B
EI = Constant
4m E = 200 gPa
6 4
A I = 1000(10 ) mm

13. Determine the member end moments for the continuous beam shown below by using
moment distribution method. [4]
90 kN 50 kN/m
A C B
C

2m 3m 6m

14. Find the bending moment at a given section x-x of the following loaded two hinged [4]
parabolic arch due to give loading. Take EI = 10000 kNm2
50 kN/m 85 kN

X 3m

A B

2m 4m 4m 2m

15. Determine the collapse load in the portal frame shown below. [4]
W
1.5W

1.5MP
MP 3m
2MP

2m

3m 3m

16. Draw ILD for the support moment at A by computing the ordinates at 3 meter intervals.
[4]
A B

12 m

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