Strength of Materials MCQ for GATE Civil Engineering
86 Questions5 Difficulty Levels20-25% in GATEFree Practice
This topic is part of the GATE Civil Engineering syllabus. Master it through progressive practice — starting from basic recall at Level 1 and building up to GATE-level problems at Level 5.
Difficulty Levels
L1 · Foundation · 45 Qs
L2 · Understanding · 8 Qs
L3 · Application · 22 Qs
L4 · Analysis · 11 Qs
L5 · GATE Ready · 0 Qs
GATE Exam Tip: Focus on understanding concepts first, then practice numerical problems. Most GATE questions in this topic require applying 2-3 concepts together.
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Q1 · Level 1 · SE-SOM-1064
Forces whose lines of action intersect at a single common point are termed:
Q2 · Level 1 · SE-SOM-1046
The magnitude of the frictional force is contingent upon which of the following factors?
Q3 · Level 1 · SE-SOM-1021
Identify the vector quantity from the following options:
Q4 · Level 2 · SE-SOM-1068
Compare the moment of inertia of a hollow circular section about an axis perpendicular to the section and passing through its center to the moment of inertia about its horizontal centroidal axis.
Q5 · Level 2 · SE-SOM-1075
For a uniform rod of length L, suspended pivotally from its upper end, where is its center of percussion located along its length?
Q6 · Level 2 · SE-SOM-1085
The center of gravity of a solid cone is located on its axis at a distance from the base equal to:
Q7 · Level 3 · SE-SOM-1019
In the method of sections for analyzing stresses in frames, an imaginary cut is made through the frame. This section should ideally sever:
Q8 · Level 3 · SE-SOM-1067
In the formulation of the principle of virtual work, which type of force is disregarded?
Q9 · Level 3 · SE-SOM-1086
A semi-circular disc is positioned on a horizontal surface such that its flat side is horizontal and its curved edge rests on the surface. The coefficient of static friction is 'μ'. A horizontal force is applied at the edge of the flat side to initiate motion, with the disc maintaining its horizontal orientation. What will be the orientation of the disc's top flat surface just as it begins to move?
Q10 · Level 3 · SE-SOM-1045
For a system of three forces to be in static equilibrium, which of the following conditions must be satisfied?
Q11 · Level 3 · SE-SOM-1037
Which of the following is not a valid unit for work, energy, or heat?
Q12 · Level 4 · SE-SOM-1042
Identify the incorrect statement regarding the frictional force on dry surfaces.
Q13 · Level 4 · SE-SOM-1006
In the International System of Units (SI), what is the standard unit for measuring force?
Q14 · Level 4 · SE-SOM-1061
Forces are classified as coplanar if they are all situated within:
Q15 · Level 4 · SE-SOM-1034
If multiple forces act concurrently on a single particle, it is possible to: