Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
A raft foundation is generally preferred when isolated footings would cover a large portion of the plan area and:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Differential settlement control is important
B
The superstructure has no columns
C
The soil has infinite bearing capacity
D
Only wind load exists
Correct Answer
A. Differential settlement control is important
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Rafts spread loads and help reduce differential settlement on low-bearing soils.
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