Practice - Variability in Loadings
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Practice Questions
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Define dead load and give an example.
💡 Hint: Think of things that do not change in weight over time.
What is a live load?
💡 Hint: Consider movable items in a building.
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What are dead loads?
💡 Hint: Consider what elements do not change in a building's structure.
True or False: Live loads can change with time.
💡 Hint: Think about how occupancy affects a space.
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Challenge Problems
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You are designing a multi-story building. How would you account for variable live loads from different uses ( residences, offices)?
💡 Hint: Think about the most crowded situations for residential and office spaces.
Analyze the potential consequences of a bridge failure under sudden heavy traffic. What might lead to such a failure?
💡 Hint: Reflect on traffic patterns and structural design limits in tough-use scenarios.
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