GATE Exam Questions - Engineering

Q1:

For the frame shown in the below figure, the maximum bending moment in the column is,

A zero

B 400 kNm

C 100 kNm

D 200 kNm

ANS:B - 400 kNm

On each support 50 kn horizontal force will act. So resultant force in one column=100-50=50 so BM=50*4= 200.

Correct answer should be (d).