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Q: Which one of the following is not an advantage of bolted connection over welded connection?
  • A. Making joint is noiseless
  • B. Connection can be made easily
  • C. Accommodates minor discrepancies in dimensions
  • D. Alteration in connections can be made easily in the field
Correct Answer: Option C - The following are the advantages of bolted connections over riveted or welded connections– (i) Making joints is noiseless. (ii) Do not need skilled labour. (iii) Needs less labour (iv) Connections can be made quickly. (v) Alterations, if any, can be done easily (vi) Working area required in the field is less. Note- A minor shift in alignment will lead to non fixing of bolt.
C. The following are the advantages of bolted connections over riveted or welded connections– (i) Making joints is noiseless. (ii) Do not need skilled labour. (iii) Needs less labour (iv) Connections can be made quickly. (v) Alterations, if any, can be done easily (vi) Working area required in the field is less. Note- A minor shift in alignment will lead to non fixing of bolt.

Explanations:

The following are the advantages of bolted connections over riveted or welded connections– (i) Making joints is noiseless. (ii) Do not need skilled labour. (iii) Needs less labour (iv) Connections can be made quickly. (v) Alterations, if any, can be done easily (vi) Working area required in the field is less. Note- A minor shift in alignment will lead to non fixing of bolt.