Republic of the Philippines

Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Manila

College of Architecture, Design, and Built Environment
Department of Architecture

STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUALIZATION MOCK-UP EXAMINATION QUESTIONNAIRE

Soil Replacement

Final Requirements for

ARCH 30433 (Architectural Comprehensive Couse 1: Professional Courses Cluster)

Submitted by:

Tolentino, Gabriel Angelo S.

BS Architecture 5-4

Submitted to:

Ar. Jesus C. Palingcod Jr, UAP, MSCM, IA-AIA

FEBRUARY 8, 2024
 Republic of the Philippines
PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION
Manila

BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE

ARCHITECT Licensure Examination

February 2024 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

BUILDING UTILITIES SET A

INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only one
answer for each item by marking the box corresponding to the letter of your choice on the
answer sheet provided.

STRICTLY NO ERASURES ALLOWED. Use pencil No. 2 only.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. What BEST describes the purpose of soil compaction in construction?

A. To strengthen the soil’s load bearing capacity through compressing and

increasing its density.
B. To improve the soil’s load bearing capacity by combining it with other element
such as gravel or aggregates.
C. To improve the shear strength of soil by eliminating moisture content from its
composition.
D. To rearrange the soil particles and increase the void ratio by different compaction
means.

2. These are the different types of compaction effort on soil or asphalt except for:

A. Kneading
B. Impact
C. Pressure
D. Extraction

3. A type of compaction force that uses a mechanism, usually engine-driven, to create a

downward force in addition to the machine’s static weight. The compactors deliver a
rapid sequence of blows (impacts) to the surface, thereby affecting the top layers as
well as deeper layers.

A. Static force
B. Downward force
C. Vibratory force
D. Impact force

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4. What is sieve test for?

A. Determines the particle size distribution of a given soil sample and hence helps in
easy identification of a soil's material properties.
B. Determines the particle size distribution of a given soil sample and hence helps in
easy identification of a soil's geographical properties.
C. Determines the particle size distribution of a given soil sample and hence helps in
easy identification of a soil's mechanical properties.
D. Determines the particle size distribution of a given soil sample and hence helps in
easy identification of a soil's chemical properties.

5. Refers to the total vertical distance the vibrating drum or plate is displaced from a
resting or neutral position from the eccentric moment.

A. Amplitude
B. Aptitude
C. Altitude
D. Elevation

6. A property of soil which holds the particles together by sticking. Also, the soil’s ability
to resist shear is determined by its degree of cohesiveness.

A. Adhesion
B. Cohesion
C. Adhesive
D. Cohesive

7. A property of soil which causes the particles to stick together.

A. Adhesion
B. Cohesion
C. Adhesive
D. Cohesive

8. The course or layer of materials in a roadway section on which the actual pavement
is placed. It may be of different types of materials ranging from selected soils to
crushed stone or gravel.

A. Base
B. Foundation
C. Foot
D. Bedding

9. Given the following fill materials: Gravel, sand, silt, clay. Which one is the most
suitable foundation support?

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 A. Gravel
B. Sand
C. Silt
D. Clay

10. Given the following fill materials: Gravel, sand, silt, clay. Which one is the least
suitable foundation support?

A. Gravel
B. Sand
C. Silt
D. Clay

11. Refers to the elevation of a road surface at its edges, to encourage drainage.

A. Culvert
B. Core
C. Crown
D. Capillary

12. What is the primary purpose of structural conceptualization in the design process?

A. To determine construction costs

B. To create detailed construction drawings
C. To establish the overall form and layout of a building
D. To select interior finishes

13. Which structural system relies on a grid of columns and beams to distribute loads?

A. Truss system
B. Post-and-beam system
C. Arch system
D. Cable-stayed system

14. What is the purpose of a foundation in structural design?

A. To provide lateral stability

B. To support the superstructure and transfer loads to the ground
C. To enhance aesthetics
D. To create additional usable space

15. Which type of foundation is commonly used for high-rise buildings?

A. Spread footing
B. Mat foundation
C. Pile foundation
D. Slab-on-grade foundation

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16. What is the purpose of soil replacement during construction?

A. To improve soil fertility

B. To prevent erosion
C. To stabilize the ground
D. To remove contaminated soil

17. Which soil type has the highest load-bearing capacity?

A. Sand
B. Clay
C. Silt
D. Gravel

18. What is the primary function of geotextiles in soil stabilization?

A. To increase soil permeability

B. To prevent soil erosion
C. To improve soil compaction
D. To enhance soil fertility

19. Which soil replacement technique involves compacting soil layers in lifts?

A. Soil mixing
B. Soil stabilization
C. Soil compaction
D. Soil grouting

20. What is the purpose of a retaining wall?

A. To prevent soil erosion
B. To stabilize slopes
C. To enhance drainage
D. To create additional usable space

21. Which type of soil replacement involves removing contaminated soil and replacing it
with clean fill material?

A. Excavation
B. Grading
C. Compaction
D. Erosion control

22. What is the term for the process of compacting soil layers using mechanical
equipment?

A. Soil stabilization
B. Soil compaction
C. Soil mixing

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 D. Soil grouting

23. Which soil type is most susceptible to settlement under load?

A. Sandy soil
B. Clayey soil
C. Silty soil
D. Gravelly soil

24. What is the purpose of a geogrid in soil reinforcement?

A. To improve soil drainage

B. To enhance soil fertility
C. To stabilize slopes
D. To increase soil strength

25. Which soil replacement method involves injecting grout into the ground to stabilize
loose soil?
A. Soil mixing
B. Soil compaction
C. Soil grouting
D. Soil stabilization

26. What is the primary purpose of a soil survey in construction projects?

A. To determine construction costs

B. To create detailed construction drawings
C. To establish the overall form and layout of a building
D. To select interior finishes

27. Refers to the layer of material placed to furnish strength to the base of a road.

A. Base
B. Sub-base
C. First base
D. Upper base

28. Refers to the surface produced by grading native earth, or cheap imported materials
which serve as a base for more expensive paving.

A. Grade
B. Subgrade
C. First grade
D. Surface grade

29. Usually refers to the surface elevation of the ground at points where it meets a
structure. Also, surface slope.

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 A. Grade
B. Subgrade
C. First grade
D. Surface grade

30. A phenomenon of soil which allows water to be absorbed either upward or laterally.

A. Culvert
B. Core
C. Crown
D. Capillary

31. A cylindrical piece of an underground formation, cut and raised by a rotary drill with a
hollow bit. The impervious center of an earthfill dam.

A. Culvert
B. Core
C. Crown
D. Capillary

32. The lowest moisture content at which a soil can be rolled into a 1/8” diameter thread
without breaking.

A. Moisture limit
B. Fluid limit
C. Liquid limit
D. Plastic limit

33. The water content at which soil passes from a plastic to a liquid state.

A. Moisture limit
B. Fluid limit
C. Liquid limit
D. Plastic limit

34. A soil’s ability to resist sliding against neighboring soil grains when force is applied.
Internal friction and cohesion determine shear resistance

A. Shoring Resistance
B. Shearing Resistance
C. Static Resistance
D. Sliding Resistance

35. Below are some of the factors that affect soil compaction EXCEPT:

A. Density Percentage
B. Type of Soil
C. Moisture Content

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 D. Contact Pressure

36. The following are benefits of soil compaction EXCEPT:

A. Provides greater resistance and stability to the soil

B. Strengthens the soil by increasing the void between particles
C. Reduces the permeability of the soil
D. Prevents erosion

37. “In Situ” refers to:

A. Chemically modified soil

B. Naturally undisturbed soil in place
C. Soil compacted to 95%
D. Soil that has undergone soil compaction test

38. In soil compaction, “OMC” stands for:

A. Operating Mechanical Compactor

B. Operating Moisture Capacity
C. Optimum Mechanical Compactness
D. Optimum Moisture Content

39. A characteristic of soil which allows deformation during a subjected load, but returns
almost to its original configuration after removal of the force.

A. Elasticity
B. Permeability
C. Compressibility
D. Stability

40. A characteristic of soil which allows water to flow through it because of gravity.

A. Elasticity
B. Permeability
C. Compressibility
D. Stability

41. A property of soil which permits deformation when subjected to a load.

A. Elasticity
B. Permeability
C. Compressibility
D. Stability

42. Refers to a soft, easily worked soil containing sand, silt, clay and decayed vegetation.

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 A. Clay
B. Loam
C. Sand
D. Silt

43. This safety practice involves the utilization of temporary trenches to provide stability
and prevent collapses during excavation work.

A. Plating
B. Trenching
C. Shoring
D. Scaffolding

44. The bulking of sand occurs due to:

A. Surface moisture
B. Air in voids
C. Viscosity
D. Capillary action

45. Which one of the following rollers is suitable for soil cement stabilized construction?

A. Sheep Foot Roller

B. Vibratory Roller
C. Pneumatic Roller
D. Smooth Wheel Roller

46. In a standard Proctor Test, the mass of rammer is:

A. 2.0 kg
B. 2.3 kg
C. 2.5 kg
D. 2.6 kg

47. The soil saturation in a compacted soil mass at OMC is typically around:

A. 100%
B. 90-95%
C. 80-85%
D. 0%

48. Course-grained soil is best compacted by:

A. Vibratory Roller
B. Drum Roller
C. Smooth Wheel Roller
D. Sheep Foot Roller

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49. Air Void Line refers to:

A. A line showing water content saturated density relation for the compacted soil
having constant percentage air voids
B. A line showing water bulk density relation for the compacted soil having
constant percentage air voids
C. A line showing water content dry density relation for the compacted soil
having constant percentage air voids
D. A line showing water content specific gravity relation for the compacted soil
having constant percentage air voids

50. The process of soil compaction involves:

A. Expulsion of pore air

B. Expulsion of pore water content
C. Expulsion of both pore air and water content
D. None of the above

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