Free NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following types of engineers work to create roads, bridges, and tunnels?

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Civil Engineers

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Electrical Engineers

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Mechanical Engineers

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Chemical Engineers

Question 2

Composite materials have revolutionized which industry?

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Aerospace Industry

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Automotive Industry

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Construction Industry

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Textile Industry

Question 3

Another good way to describe engineering is simply saying that engineering is:

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Problem-solving

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Building structures

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Conducting experiments

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Drawing blueprints

Question 4

What is NOT a characteristic of plastics that makes it a good material for manufacturing parts?

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Conductive material

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Lightweight

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High strength-to-weight ratio

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Corrosion resistance

Question 5

What are plastics made from?

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Hydrocarbons

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Metals

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Ceramics

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Glass

Question 6

Which of the following are examples of ferrous metals?

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Cold-rolled steel, iron, and stainless steel

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Aluminum, brass, and copper

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Titanium, magnesium, and zinc

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Gold, silver, and platinum

Question 7

Graphite is a main component in many:

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Composites

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Ceramics

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Plastics

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Alloys

Question 8

Two main resin families used in composite materials are:

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Epoxy and Polyester Resins

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Polyethylene and Polypropylene Resins

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Vinyl and Acrylic Resins

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Phenolic and Silicone Resins

Question 9

Injection molding is used predominantly in:

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Thermoplastic Processes

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Metal Casting

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Welding Processes

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Forging Operations

Question 10

Wood veneers are used to:

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Make plywood/ create thin wood laminates to cover less expensive woods

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Create furniture

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Build skyscrapers

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Reinforce concrete