3.1 - Introduction
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Practice Questions
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What is a truss?
💡 Hint: Consider how trusses are formed.
Name one common application of a truss.
💡 Hint: Think of where you often see such structures.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a characteristic of trusses?
💡 Hint: Think about the materials used in trusses.
True or false: A plane truss means the members can exist in three-dimensional space.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of a plane.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a truss for a 20-foot span that supports a roof. Consider the materials and configuration.
💡 Hint: Visualize the forces acting on the truss.
Explain how the structuring of a truss can affect its overall performance under various load conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider how shapes and angles contribute.
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