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Which factor is NOT typically considered in site selection for construction?

A. Soil stability
B. Proximity to resources
C. Climate conditions
D. Personal preferences of the owner

Answer: Personal preferences of the owner

In which process does a liquid change to gas at a temperature below its boiling point?

A. Condensation
B. Evaporation
C. Sublimation
D. Freezing

Answer: Evaporation

What type of transformer is used to increase voltage?

A. Step-down transformer
B. Isolation transformer
C. Step-up transformer
D. Auto-transformer

Answer: Step-up transformer

What is the purpose of a drainage system in civil engineering?

A. To control water supply
B. To prevent flooding and manage water runoff
C. To provide aesthetic appeal
D. To support soil stability

Answer: To prevent flooding and manage water runoff

Which material is often used as a base for road construction?

A. Asphalt
B. Clay
C. Granite
D. Limestone

Answer: Granite

In an electric circuit, what does the term ‘ground’ refer to?

A. A connection to the earth or a common reference point
B. The positive terminal of a battery
C. The point where current begins
D. A type of resistor

Answer: A connection to the earth or a common reference point

What does the term ‘fatigue’ refer to in materials engineering?

A. A temporary deformation
B. The process of melting
C. Failure due to repeated loading
D. A permanent change in shape

Answer: Failure due to repeated loading

What is ‘BIM’ in civil engineering?

A. Building Information Modeling
B. Basic Infrastructure Management
C. Building Integration Model
D. Bridge Inspection Method

Answer: Building Information Modeling

What is the primary purpose of a transformer?

A. To convert DC to AC
B. To increase or decrease voltage levels
C. To store electrical energy
D. To measure electrical current

Answer: To increase or decrease voltage levels

What is the unit of electrical resistance?

A. Volt
B. Ampere
C. Ohm
D. Watt

Answer: Ohm