NCIDQ IDFX Practice Exam

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Which type of load is not typically considered a permanent load?

Dead Load
Live Load
Dynamic Load
Lateral Load

The correct answer is: Live Load

Live load is classified as a type of load that varies over time and is not considered permanent. This category includes loads such as people, furniture, and movable equipment that can change in position and magnitude. Unlike dead loads, which consist of the weight of permanent structures and fixed elements like walls and floors, live loads fluctuate based on usage and occupancy of a space. Dynamic loads, which account for forces arising from movement, and lateral loads, typically related to wind or seismic activity, also differ in nature as they do not consistently maintain their presence or effects on structures. In essence, live loads are the variable factors in building design, and understanding their nature is crucial for engineers and designers to ensure structural safety and integrity.