Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
A design assistant has to decide on settling soil around a pile. Which statement is sound? Avoid the common trap that it occurs only above ground.
Foundation EngineeringNegative Skin FrictionEASY
Choose the correct answer
A
downward drag load is imposed on the pile shaft
B
it occurs only above ground
C
it increases allowable settlement
D
skin friction always acts upward
Correct Answer
A. downward drag load is imposed on the pile shaft
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Settling soil can drag piles downward. Correct option: A.
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