1.

Purlin section is subjected to

a. not subjected to bending or twisting
b. twisting only
c. symmetrical bending
d. unsymmetrical bending

Ans: The wind force is assumed to act normal to roof truss and gravity load pass through centre of gravity of purlin
section. Hence, the purlin section is subjected to twisting in addition to bending. Such bending is called
unsymmetrical bending.

2. Which of the following is not true about sag rods?

a. sag rods are provided at midway or at one-third points between roof trusses
b. these rods reduce the moment Myy
c. these rods increase the moment Myy
d. these rods result in smaller purlin sections

Ans: Sag rods are provided midway or at one-third points between roof trusses to take up the sag in the direction
of sloping roof by purlins. These rods provide lateral support with resprct to y-axis bending. Consequently, moment
Myy is reduced and thereby result in smaller purlin section. they are useful in keeping the purlins in proper alignment
during erection until roofing is installed and connected to purlins.