For the beam shown in the figure below, which surfaces/fibers will experience the maximum tensile and compressive bending stresses. Select the correct answer from the choices provided. Note that in the figure, the top part shows the transverse cross-section of the beam, while the bottom part shows the longitudinal cross-section along with the loading. Picture11.jpg

Presented below are the free-body diagram (FBD) of a loaded beam and the free-body diagram of the portion of the beam to the left of section cut G, located at a distance x from the left support. The internal shear force and bending moment at this section are denoted by VG and MG, respectively. Which set of equilibrium equations should be applied to correctly determine the values of VG and MG? Picture6.jpg

For elastic buckling of a slender column, PcrP_{cr} depends on: (Select all that apply)

The following are helpful equations and conversion facts that you may need for the exam. Refer to this as needed throughout the exam.

Which statement correctly describes column failure modes? Select all that apply

List five of the eight ways to minimize user action when keying in data.

Which of the following types of interface is the ideal for inexperienced users, requiring no special skills? 

The information that describes data is referred to as :

Among the three rectangles below, select the one that illustrates relationships of the type “one to many”:

Which of the regions of the pharynx is shared by both the digestive and respiratory systems as it is the only area in which both a bolus and air can pass?