drz-201510 - NCEES Practice Exam Newsletter

OCTOBER 2015
DR. Z’s CORNER
Conquering the FE & PE exams
Examples & Applications
Starting This Month
As you all may know ASCE‐NCS eNewsletter and Dr.Z’s Corner is
read by many engineering students, practicing engineers and
others not only in the U.S. but around the globe. With October
2015 edition of ACSE‐NCS eNewsletter, we begin a new monthly
feature inviting prominent academicians, engineers and
professionals from industry to volunteer and join forces with us.
We will ask them to contribute to Dr. Z’s Corner and share their
experiences with our readers. Each month they will volunteer to
submit to this column their own original problems with solutions or
answers related to the FE and PE exams in their disciplines. We
hope our readers will enjoy reviewing the work of these
professionals and learn from them.
This month’s guest contributor is Dr. Vagelis Plevris, an

engineering professor from Europe and a world renowned scholar
in structural engineering. His brief career highlights is also included
at the end of this section.
ENGINEERING ECONOMICS PROBLEMS
FUTURE WORTH & PRESENT WORTH
The simplest problems to solve in engineering economic analysis are those
which involve finding the value of a single amount of money at an earlier or
later date than that which is given. Such problems involve finding the future
worth (F) of a specified present amount (P), or vice versa. These
problems involve using the following two equations:
n
F = P (1 + i )
‐n
P = F (1 + i )
F: future sum of money
P: present sum of money
i: interest rate (%)
n: time ( period), mostly years
Standard factor notations
F = P (F/P, i, n) = P . (Factor)
P = F (P/F, i, n) = F . (Factor)
Tabulated Interest Factors (NCEES-Reference Handbook)
i = 0.5%, 1.0%, 1.5%, 2.0%, 4%, 6%, 8%, 10%, 12%, 18%
i = 1.5% and 2% (NCEES‐RH / Page 133)
i = 4% and 6% (NCEES‐RH / Page 134)
i = 8%, 10% (NCEES‐RH / Page 135)
i = 12%, 18% (NCEES‐RH / Page 136)
ECON‐222
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ENGINEERING ECONOMY
INTEREST TABLES
NCEES-Reference Handbook
Version 9.3 / Computer‐Based Testing
i = 0.5%, 1.0%, 1.5%, 2.0%, 4%, 6%, 8%, 10%, 12%, 18%
i = 1.5% and 2% (NCEES‐RH / Page 133)
i = 4% and 6% (NCEES‐RH / Page 134)
i = 8%, 10% (NCEES‐RH / Page 135)
i = 12%, 18% (NCEES‐RH / Page 136)
ECON‐001
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FUNDAMENTALS OF ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING ECONOMICS
Problem: (Compound Interest)
A sum of $10,000 is deposited in a savings account and left there to
earn interest for 10 years. If the interest rate per year is 8% the
compound amount after 10 years is most nearly:
(A) 18, 546
NCEES ‐ Ref. Handbook
(B) 21,589
(C) 24,576 F=? Page 135, Factor Table
i = 8.00 %
(D) 27,368
Problem: (Compound Interest)
A student wants to pay off a current debt of $2,500 in three years.
Knowing that the interest rate is 6 % compounded annually, the

amount that must be paid at the end of the third year is most
nearly:
(A) 3,254
NCEES ‐ Ref. Handbook
(B) 3,152 Page 134, Factor Table
(C) 2,978
F=? i = 6.00 %
(D) 2,874
ECON‐012
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Problem: (Future worth / Semiannual Compounding)
James deposits $500 into a savings account that pays 6 %

compounded semiannually. How much would be in the account
at the end of one year?
(A) $515.25
(B) $ 530.45
F=?
(C) $ 550.30
(D) $ 585.40
Problem: (Future worth / Daily Compounding) HK
Christi deposits $10,000 into a savings account that pays 12 %

compounded daily. How much would be in the account
after four years?
(A) $13,356
(B) $ 14,245
(C) $ 15,530
F=?
(D) $ 16,160
ECON-37
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Problem: (Time Period / Semiannual Compounding)
Stacey invested her savings at 3% per 6-month period (semiannually).

She wants to know the number of years required for her money
to double in amount?
(A) $15.6
(B) $ 13.4
n=?
(C) $ 12.3
(D) $ 11.7
Problem: (Monthly Payments / Monthly Compounding)
Kevin wants to buy a computer for $2,400. He has decided to save a

uniform amount at the end of ecah month so that he will have the
required $2,400 at the end of one year. Knowing that his
bank pays 6% interest compounded monthly, how much does
he have to deposit each month?
(A) $215
(B) $ 195
(C) $ 188
A=?
(D) $ 179
ECON-39
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Problem: (Uneven cash flow stream) / W

$ 225
$ 150
$ 75
i=8%
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
P=?
An uneven cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above.

Knowing that the interest rate is 8 % compounded annually the
present worth P is most nearly?
(A) $250
(B) $ 299 P=?
(C) $ 337
(D) $440

0 1 2 3 4 5 6
years
$ 300 i=4%
$ 350 $ 400
P=? $ 450 $ 500

(A) $1,250
(B) $ 1,695
P=?
(C) $ 1,835
(D) $1,956
ECON-40
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Problem: (Uniform Series / Sinking Fund) / W
F=?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
i=4%
$ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300
David deposits $300 in a savings account at the end of ecah year

for six years. The CFD is constructed as shown in the figure.
Knowing that the interest rate is 4% compounded annually, the
accumulated amount at the end of six years, immediately
after the sixth deposit, is most nearly?
(A) $ 1850
(B) $ 1990 NCEES-RH
(C) $ 2200
F=? Page-134
(D) $ 2345
Problem: (Uniform Series / Sinking Fund) / W

F=?
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
i=8%
$ 400 $ 400 $ 400 $ 400 $ 400 $ 400
Suzan deposits $ 400 in a savings account at the end of ecah year

for six years. The CFD is constructed as shown in the figure.
Knowing that the interest rate is 8 % compounded annually, the
accumulated amount at the end of six years, immediately
after the sixth deposit, is most nearly?
(A) $ 1850
(B) $ 1990 NCEES-RH
F=?
(C) $ 2200 Page-135
(D) $ 2934
ECON-42
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$ 155 $ 195
$ 115
$ 75
years i=6%
0 1 2 3 4
P=?

(A) $280
(B) $ 395 P=?
(C) $ 458
(D) $490
ECON-44
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Problem: (Future Worth) / W
$ 150 $ 150 $ 150

0
i=8%
5
0 1 2 3 4
F=?
A cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above. Knowing

that the interest rate is 8 % compounded annually the
future worth F is most nearly?
(A) $ 855
(B) $ 663 NCEES-RH
(C) $ 568
F=? Page-135
(D) $426
Problem: (Future Worth) / W
$ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300

0
i=8%
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
F=?
that the interest rate is 8 % compounded annually the
future worth F is most nearly?
(A) $ 1455
(B) $ 1577
(C) $ 1768
F=? NCEES-RH
Page-135
(D) $1826
ECON-60
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Problem: (w)
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
i = 6%
$ 200 $ 250
P=? $ 300 $ 350

that the interest rate is i = 6% compunded anually,
answer the following question:
The present worth (P ) is most nearly:
(A) $ 598.67
NCEES-RH
(B) $ 650.25
P=? Page-134
(C) $ 765.45
(D) $ 836.87
ECON-146
ZEYTINCI
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MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
Problem: (Axial Load)
A
diameter
SEGMENT (1) d 1=1.5 in.
B
P 1 = 14 kips
SEGMENT (2) diameter

d 2 =1.0 in.
C
P 2 = 3 kips
A stepped rod with circular cross-section is subjected to

the axial loads as shown in the figure. Using the listed data
answer the following:
(1) The axial stress (psi) in segment #1 is most nearly:
(A) 3,500 (C)

(B) 4,250 (T)
(C) 5,360 (C)
(D) 6,220 (T)
(2) The axial stress (psi) in segment #2 is most nearly:
(A) 2,120 (C)

(B) 3,820 (C)
(C) 4,440 (C)
(D) 5,000 (T)
ASCE-348
ZEYTINCI
FALL 2015
DETERMINATE FRAMES
E
FE/PM
2 kips / ft
EXA
26 kips
2.5ft C 5 kips
2.5ft 4 k / ft Support A : Hinge
Support B : Roller
A B
Hinge 3 ft
12 ft 10 ft 6 ft
The determinate frame is loaded as shown in the figure. Using the given
loads and the support conditions, answer the following questions:
(1) The horizontal support reaction (kips) at the left support, Ax
(A) 30.0
(B) 25.4
(C) 20.5
(D) 15.0
(2) The vertical support reaction (kips) at the left support, Ay
(A) 18.26
(B) 25.37
(C) 34.45
(D) 43.52
(3) The vertical support reaction (kips) at the right support, By
(A) 61.26
(B) 55.18
(C) 42.75
(D) 36.63
(4) The bending moment (k-ft) at joint C is most nearly, MC
(A) 210
(B) 280
(C) 325
(D) 360
MCFR-444
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Problem: (Determinate Frames)
4 k.ft
2 k/ft
B
E
5ft 6 kip FE/PM
Roller EX A
C
12ft 14 ft Support A : Hinge

Support B : Roller
A
Hinge
The determinate frame is loaded as shown in the figure. Using the given
loads and the support conditions, answer the following questions:
(1) The magnitude of the horizontal support reaction (kips) at A, Ax
(A) 12.0
(B) 14.0
(C) 15.0
(D) 16.0
(2) The magnitude of the vertical support reaction (kips) at A, Ay
(A) 9.08
(B) 8.00
(C) 7.54
(D) 6.26
(3) The magnitude of the vertical support reaction (kips) at B, By
(A) 43.25
(B) 33.08
(C) 26.70
(D) 24.06
(4) The magnitude of the bending moment (k-ft) at joint C is most nearly, MC
(A) 173
(B) 194
(C) 212
(D) 224
MCFR-560
ZEYTINCI
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PARALLEL AXIS THEOREM
h C x Parallel
PAT Axis
Theorem
b
a
1 1
Given Axis (parallel to x-axis)
(a) Moment of inertia about the x axis (Icx = ? )

(b) Moment of inertia about the (1-1) axis (I1-1 = ? )
Formulas:
I cx = b h
3
12
I 1-1 = I cx + A d 2 PAT
I
cx =
Moment of inertia about the centroidal x axis
I 1-1 = Moment of inertia about axis (1-1)
A = Area (A = b.h) d=a+h/2
d = Distance from the centroid to the axis (1-1)
Example:
3
(6)(3)
I cx = b h =
3
= 13.50 in.4
C 3
12 12
A = b h = (6)(3) = 18 in.2
d = 5.5 6 d =4+ 3
2 = 5.5 in.
4
I 1-1 = I cx + A.d 2 = 13.50 + (18)(5.5)2 = 558 in.4
1 1
Axis I 1-1 = 558 in.4
(1-1)
(parallel to x-axis)
CC - PAT
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CENTROIDS & MOMENTS OF INERTIA
NCEES Reference Handbook / Page 66
9
4 E
FE/P S
C EXAM
6 y=?
2 2
The dimensions of a composite area are given as shown in the figure.
Using the listed data answer the following questions:
(1) the distance y (in.) of the centroid is most nearly

(A) 7.30
(B) 7.82
y = ?
(C) 6.75
(D) 6.00
(2) the moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the horizontal centroidal

axis is most nearly (Icx )
(A) 642
(B) 504 Icx = ?
(C) 480
(D) 395
(3) the moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the vertical centroidal axis
is most nearly (Icy )
(A) 468
(B) 545
(C) 648
Ic y = ?
(D) 735
ANSWERS
MCC-244
ZEYTINCI Version 9.3 / Computer Based Testing
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9
4
ERS
C
N S W
6 y=? A
2 2
(1) the distance y (in.) of the centroid is most nearly

(A) 7.30
(B) 7.82
y = ?
(C) 6.75
(D) 6.00
(2) the moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the horizontal centroidal

axis is most nearly (Icx )
(A) 642
(B) 504 Icx = ?
(C) 480
(D) 395
(3) the moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the vertical centroidal axis
is most nearly (Icy )
(A) 468
(B) 545
(C) 648
Ic y = ? Answers
1- (D)
(D) 735 2- (C)
3- (B)
MCC-244
ZEYTINCI Version 9.3 / Computer Based Testing
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Problem: (Centroid / Moments of Inertia)
9
A A
4 y = 6.0 in
C Icx = 480 in.4
6 y = 6 in. Icy = 545 in.4
2 2 REF.
LINE
y: The distance for the centroid from the reference line.

Icx, Icy : The moment of inertia about the horizontal & vertical
centroidal axes

(1) The moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the (A-A) axis is most nearly:
(A) 1100
(B) 1440
(C) 1975 IA-A = ?
(D) 2550
(2) The minimum centroidal radius of gyration ( in.) is most nearly:
(A) 1.78
(B) 2.15
(C) 2.32 rmin = ?
(D) 2.83
This problem was submitted by Dr. Vagelis Plevris, P.E., Professor

School of Pedagogical & Technological Education, Athens, Greece
MCC-344
VPLEVRIS
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3
A A
Icx = 204 in.4 y = 3.0 in

6 C
Icx = 204 in.4
2
y = 3.0 in Icy = 135 in.4
9 REF.
LINE

centroidal axes

(A) 2815
(B) 2216
(C) 1275 IA-A = ?
(D) 1104
(A) 1.94
(B) 2.25
(C) 2.73 rmin = ?
(D) 2.90

MCC-311
VPLEVRIS
FALL 2015
2 2
B B
3
4 y = 5.83 in.
12 CC x Icx = 978 in.4
y = 5.83 in. Icy = 334 in.4
7 REF.
LINE

centroidal axes

(A) 2800
(B) 3716
(C) 4275 IA-A = ?
(D) 4550
(A) 1.98
(B) 2.15
(C) 2.62 rmin = ?
(D) 2.98

MCC-315
VPLEVRIS
FALL 2015
2 cm 3 cm 2 cm
y
A A
4 cm
C
x
y = 5.45 cm
6 cm y = 5.45 cm Icx = 180.18 cm4
Icy = 51.88 cm4
REF. LINE

centroidal axes

(1) The moment of inertia ( cm4 ) about the (A-A) axis is most nearly:
(A) 680
(B) 715
(C) 862 IA-A = ?
(D) 925
(2) The minimum centroidal radius of gyration ( cm) is most nearly:
(A) 1.25
(B) 2.30
(C) 2.80 rmin = ?
(D) 3.25

MCC-368
VPLEVRIS
FALL 2015
y
3 cm 3 cm
A A
8 cm
y = 5.0 cm
C x Icx = 1317 cm4
4 cm y = 5 cm Icy = 1733 cm4
REF. LINE
5 cm 4 cm 5 cm

centroidal axes

(A) 6805
(B) 6150
(C) 5275 IA-A = ?
(D) 4325
(2) The minimum centroidal radius of gyration ( cm) is most nearly:
(A) 1.90
(B) 2.26
(C) 2.87 rmin = ?
(D) 3.43

MCC-373
VPLEVRIS
FALL 2015
A 6 cm A
y = 4.0 cm
x
8 cm C Icx = 300.33 cm4
y = 4.0 cm Icy = 617.92 cm4
3 cm
4 cm 5.0 cm 4.0 cm REF. LINE
y: The distance for the centroid from the ref. line

centroidal axes

(A) 1066
(B) 1150
(C) 1275 IA-A = ?
(D) 1325
(2) The minimum centroidal radius of gyration ( cm ) is most nearly:
(A) 1.95
(B) 2.22
(C) 2.80 rmin = ?
(D) 3.25

MCC-115
VPLEVRIS
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DETERMINATE BEAMS
E
Problem: FE/PM
EXA
9k 15 k
2.0 kips / ft
B Support A : Hinge
A W SHAPE Support B : Roller
6 ft 6 ft 6 ft 6 ft
A determinate beam is loaded as shown. Using the given support

conditions, answer the following questions:
(1) The left support reaction (kips) is most nearly (AY )
(A) 11
(B) 18
(C) 22 AY= ?
(D) 25
(2) The maximum moment (ft-k) is most nearly (Mmax)
(A) 74
(B) 66
(C) 60
Mmax = ?
(D) 56
COMPLETE
SOLUTION
BM-820
ZEYTINCI
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Solution by Dr. Vagelis Plevris
Model
Shear
Force
Diagram
(V)
Bending
Moment
Diagram
(M)
BM-820
VPLEVRIS Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB
FALL 2015 www.engilab.com
Plane Truss Analysis
3k
E
3k B C FE/PM
D EXA
8 ft
A Support A : Hinge
Support D : Roller
F E
4k 5k
6 ft 6 ft 6 ft
A determinate truss is loaded as shown. Using the given support

conditions, answer the following questions:
(1) The member force in member BC is most nearly (FBC)
(A) 2 kips (C)

(B) 3 kips (C)
(C) 2 kips (T) FBC = ?
(D) 3 kips (T)
(2) The member force in member BE is most nearly (FBE)
(A) 4 kips (C)

(B) 5 kips (C)
(C) 4 kips (T)
FBE = ?
(D) 5 kips (T)
COMPLETE
SOLUTION
TRSS-315
ZEYTINCI
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Model
Support
Reactions
Axial
Force
(N) Diagram
TRSS‐315
VPLEVRIS
FALL 2015
Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB

www.engilab.com
STEEL STRUCTURES
Problem:
P = 20 kips
Weld
w = 3 kips/ft
A B
12 ft 12 ft Two W16 x 36
Section
E = 29 x 10 6 psi
A simple beam is loaded as shown. The beam weight is included

in the uniform load. Using the given cross-section and the modulus
of elasticity answer the following question:
The max. deflection (in.) of the beam is most nearly (dmax)
(A) 0.54
(B) 1.65
(C) 1.47
d max = ?
(D) 1.25
COMPLETE
SOLUTION
DEF-426
ZEYTINCI
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Model
Deformation
Maximum deflection:
0.1037 ft =
0.1027*12 in =
1.245 in
Node displacements

DEF‐426 Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB
VPLEVRIS

DETERMINATE BEAMS
Problem:
E
FE/PM
EXA
3 k/ft
12 k
Support A : Fixed
A B Support B : Roller
D C
6 ft 6 ft 5 ft 5 ft
Joint C : Pin
Two beams are connected with an internal pin at C as shown.

Using the given loads and the support conditions, answer the
following questions:
(1) The support reaction (kips) at support A is most nearly (AY )
(A) 11
(B) 18
(C) 22 AY= ?
(D) 24
(2) The bending moment (ft-k) at A is most nearly (M A )
(A) 125
(B) 144
(C) 160
Mmax = ?
(D) 186
COMPLETE
SOLUTION
BM-825
ZEYTINCI
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Model
Support Reactions
Shear
(V) Force
Diagram

Bending
(M) Moment
Diagram

BM‐825 Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB

VPLEVRIS
DETERMINATE FRAMES
Problem:
10 kips
3 k/ft
4
E
FE/PM
3
t
3 k/f B EXA
16 ft Roller
Support A : Pin
A Support B : Roller
Pin 12 ft 12 ft 4 ft
A determinate frame is loaded as shown in the figure. Using

the given loads and the support conditions, answer the
following questions:
(1) The horizontal support reaction (kips) at A is most nearly (A x )
(A) 56
(B) 42
(C) 32 AY= ?
(D) 24
(2) The vertical support reaction (kips) at B is most nearly (B y )
(A) 28.65
(B) 35.40
(C) 42.33
B y= ?
(D) 52.67
COMPLETE
SOLUTION
FR-625
ZEYTINCI
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Model

Support
Reactions

Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB

FR‐625
VPLEVRIS www.engilab.com
FALL 2015
MECHANICS OF SOLIDS
Shear Force & Bending Moment Diagrams
Problem: (Mechanics of Solids)
C D
8 ft Support A : Hinge
Support B : Roller
5 kip
A
B
6 ft
The dimensions of a determinate frame are given as

shown in the figure. The support at A is a pin (hinge)
and the support at B is a roller.
Assuming that the horizontal load P=5k is applied at B
as shown. The bending moment diagram (M) of this
frame is composed of:
(A) Three triangles

(B) Three rectangles
(C) One triangle and two rectangles
(D) Two traingles and one rectangle
ANSWER

FR-520
VPLEVRIS School of Pedagogical & Technological Education, Athens, Greece
FALL 2015
Model
Bending
Moment
Diagram
(M)
FR-520 Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB

VPLEVRIS
MECHANICS OF SOLIDS
Shear Force & Bending Moment Diagrams
Problem: (Mechanics of Solids)
C D
8 ft Support A : Hinge
Support B : Roller
5 kip
A
B
6 ft
The dimensions of a determinate frame are given as

shown in the figure. The support at A is a pin (hinge)
and the support at B is a roller.
Assuming that the horizontal load P=5 kip is applied at B
as shown. The shear force diagram (V) of this
frame is composed of:
(A) Two triangles

(B) Two rectangles
(C) One triangle and two rectangles
(D) One rectangle and one triangle
ANSWER

FR-525
VPLEVRIS
FALL 2015
Model
Shear
Force
Diagram
(V)
FR-525
VPLEVRIS Software BEAM.2D by ENGILAB
FALL 2015
www.engilab.com
Dr. Vagelis Plevris
BSc(Eng), MSc, MBA, PhD, P.E., C.Eng, M.ASCE
Assistant Professor
Department of Civil Engineering
School of Pedagogical & Technological Education (ASPETE)
Athens, Greece
October 2, 2015
Career Highlights
1. Neurocomputing Strategies for Solving Reliability-Robust Design Optimization Problems
Winner of the prestigious Emerald Literati Network Award – 2011.
2. Developer of a Popular Finite Element Structural Analysis software package, currently being
used by scores of Universities and thousands of Engineering students & practicing Engineers
worldwide.
3. Editor of four Books:
 Seismic Assessment and Rehabilitation of Historic Structures (IGI Global, 2015).
 Computational Methods in Earthquake Engineering, Vol. 2 (Springer, 2013).
 Design Optimization of Active and Passive Structural Control Systems (IGI Global, 2012).
 Structural Seismic Design Optimization and Earthquake Engineering: Formulations and Ap-
plications (IGI Global, 2012).
4. Active in Research; Published 14 Papers in International Refereed Journals, 32 Papers in Peer-
reviewed International Conference Proceedings and 5 Book Chapters.
5. Three International Conference Proceedings volumes as Editor.
6. Reviewer of 15 International Journals.
7. Principal Investigator (PI) in two Research Grants totalling €400,000.
8. Research Associate (Co-PI) in five Research Projects with a total budget of €895,500.
9. Active Member of the Editorial Board of 2 International Journals and 3 International Confer-
ences.
10. Co-organizer of three International Conferences.
11. 363 citations: “Google Scholar”, with Author h-index=9.
12. Ten years of university teaching experience, at both Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.
13. Invited Lecturer in Scientific Workshops, five lectures in several European countries.
14. Organizer of seven Special Sessions in various International Conferences.
15. Working with and mentoring for the elementary and middle school students on STEM topics in
rural area public schools.
16. Amateur astronomer, avid star gazer, loves to travel and learn about different cultures & people.
Fluent in four languages: English, German, Italian and Greek.
Career Highlights Dr. Vagelis Plevris
Books by V. Plevris

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OCTOBER 2015

This month’s guest contributor is Dr. Vagelis Plevris, an

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Problem: (Future worth / Semiannual Compounding)

James deposits $500 into a savings account that pays 6 %

Problem: (Future worth / Daily Compounding) HK

Christi deposits $10,000 into a savings account that pays 12 %

Problem: (Time Period / Semiannual Compounding)

Stacey invested her savings at 3% per 6-month period (semiannually).

Problem: (Monthly Payments / Monthly Compounding)

Kevin wants to buy a computer for $2,400. He has decided to save a

Problem: (Uneven cash flow stream) / W

An uneven cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above.

Problem: (Uneven cash flow stream) / W

An uneven cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above.

Problem: (Uniform Series / Sinking Fund) / W

$ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300

David deposits $300 in a savings account at the end of ecah year

Problem: (Uniform Series / Sinking Fund) / W

$ 400 $ 400 $ 400 $ 400 $ 400 $ 400

Suzan deposits $ 400 in a savings account at the end of ecah year

Problem: (Uneven cash flow stream) / W

An uneven cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above.

Problem: (Future Worth) / W

$ 150 $ 150 $ 150

A cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above. Knowing

Problem: (Future Worth) / W

$ 300 $ 300 $ 300 $ 300

A cash flow diagram (CFD) is given as shown above. Knowing

The present worth (P ) is most nearly:

Problem: (Axial Load)

SEGMENT (2) diameter

A stepped rod with circular cross-section is subjected to

(1) The axial stress (psi) in segment #1 is most nearly:

(A) 3,500 (C)

(2) The axial stress (psi) in segment #2 is most nearly:

(A) 2,120 (C)

(1) The horizontal support reaction (kips) at the left support, Ax

(2) The vertical support reaction (kips) at the left support, Ay

(3) The vertical support reaction (kips) at the right support, By

(4) The bending moment (k-ft) at joint C is most nearly, MC

12ft 14 ft Support A : Hinge

(1) The magnitude of the horizontal support reaction (kips) at A, Ax

(2) The magnitude of the vertical support reaction (kips) at A, Ay

(3) The magnitude of the vertical support reaction (kips) at B, By

(a) Moment of inertia about the x axis (Icx = ? )

(1) the distance y (in.) of the centroid is most nearly

(2) the moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the horizontal centroidal

(1) the distance y (in.) of the centroid is most nearly

(2) the moment of inertia ( in.4 ) about the horizontal centroidal

Problem: (Centroid / Moments of Inertia)

y: The distance for the centroid from the reference line.

The dimensions of a composite area are given as shown in the figure.

(2) The minimum centroidal radius of gyration ( in.) is most nearly:

This problem was submitted by Dr. Vagelis Plevris, P.E., Professor

Problem: (Centroid / Moments of Inertia)

Icx = 204 in.4 y = 3.0 in

y: The distance for the centroid from the reference line.

The dimensions of a composite area are given as shown in the figure.