The following is a copy of the last examination paper given to
candidates who are desirous of employment in the constructive
departments of the municipality of New York:

N.B.--In case candidate does not remember formula or method of solving
any problem submitted to him, let him name any work upon the subject
where such formula or method may be found.

1. What is civil engineering?

2. Have you ever pursued a course of study in any educational
institution, or with any civil engineer, which would fit you for the
position of assistant engineer? If so, state when and with whom; state
also, in detail, what experience you have had.

3. Have you ever had responsible charge of any public work? If so,
state particulars.

4. Solve the following according to the algebraic signs:

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/ (6-2/7 - 4-3/9) × 8-7/16
/ ------------------------ × 67873.367, and show your work.
\/ 4-4/12


5. The population of a certain town in 1880 was 7,095; it having
increased 25 per cent. in ten years, what was it in 1870? Show your