What would engineers have to consider when deciding if a beam bridge, an arch bridge, or a suspension bridge should be used in a specifi c project?

What will be an ideal response?


When designing a bridge, strength and safety of the structure are the primary considerations, but cost, the distance to be spanned, the live and dead loads, and the geologic conditions of the site are as important.

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A. passive B. active C. stationary D. concurrent

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If a = 7, b = 5, and c = 4, find the value of 3a + c2  + 2b.

A. 37 B. 47 C. 40 D. 195

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NFPA 101® contains _____.

a. requirements for all electrical work performed in a building b. requirements for residential and commercial installation of fire alarm systems and equipment c. requirements for life safety d. requirements for the testing, operation, installation, and periodic preventive maintenance of fire alarm systems

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Coal is rock formed from plants in dry areas

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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