2 - Loads
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Practice Questions
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What are dead loads?
💡 Hint: Think about what adds weight to a building.
Give an example of a live load.
💡 Hint: Consider what varies based on the activity in the building.
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Which of the following is an example of a dead load?
💡 Hint: Consider what is permanent in a building.
True or False: Live loads are static and do not change over time.
💡 Hint: Think about the change in number of people occupying a space.
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Design a small house considering dead, live, and environmental loads specific to an area prone to heavy snowfall and earthquakes. Discuss your design choices.
💡 Hint: Look for local building codes and climatic data.
Calculate the maximum live load supported by a floor that can safely hold a dead load of 10kN/m² if the maximum combined load is 25kN/m².
💡 Hint: Subtract the static load from the total allowable load.
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