Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions - NSC Civil Technology Civil Services - Question 1 - 2024 - Paper 1
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Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (1.1.1 to... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions - NSC Civil Technology Civil Services - Question 1 - 2024 - Paper 1
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1.1.1 Water-based paint …
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The correct answer is D: gives an elastic and flexible finish.
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1.1.2 Zinc can be applied to ….
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The correct answer is D: All the above-mentioned.
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1.1.3 … improves the engineering and mechanical properties of metal.
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The correct answer is C: Galvanising.
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1.1.4 Toe boards are attached to a scaffold platform to …
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The correct answer is C: prevent tools from falling off.
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1.1.5 The maximum height for a trestle scaffold:
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The correct answer is B: 3 m.
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1.1.6 Suspended scaffolds can be made of …
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The correct answer is B: steel.
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1.1.7 A … can be used to dispose of waste material.
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The correct answer is A: conveyer belt and chute.
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1.1.8 Properties that define a builder's hoist:
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The correct answer is A: It is a lifting device.
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1.1.9 Workers must not use … stairways that will be temporary part of the structure when carrying materials.
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The correct answer is A: straight.
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1.1.10 Stairways must not be installed more than … degrees from the horizontal.
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The correct answer is B: 30.
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1.1.11 When a ladder is placed against a wall, the angle must be at a ratio of …
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The correct answer is A: 1 : 3.
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1.1.12 A/an … ladder must never be used near electrical cables.
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