This book covers the materials to prepare the candidates for the Structural Systems Division of the Architect Registration Examination (A.R.E. 4.0). It includes the most up-to-date information based on the requirements provided by the National Council for Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). The book consists of five parts: 1. General Structures, 2. Lateral Forces, 3. Structural Layout Vignette, 4. Questions and Answers, and 5. Appendix. The first two parts include a number of short numerical examples similar to those given on the A.R.E. The Lateral Forces section covers materials from...