Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
If ultimate bearing capacity is 150 kPa and factor of safety is 3, safe bearing capacity is
Foundation EngineeringPrevious-year standardMEDIUM
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A
100 kPa
B
25 kPa
C
153 kPa
D
50 kPa
Correct Answer
D. 50 kPa
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Safe bearing capacity = ultimate/FOS = 150/3=50 kPa.
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