Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
The type of foundation generally suitable for buildings on a liquefiable soil deposit is
Strength of MaterialsGeotechnical EngineeringMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
Well foundation
B
Raft foundation
C
Spread footing
D
Pile foundation
Correct Answer
D. Pile foundation
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Piles are taken through the liquefiable layer to a firm, non-liquefiable stratum, so a pile foundation is preferred.
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This MCQ belongs to WBPSC JE (Civil) Previous Years Questions Series. Full tests include timed attempts, rank comparison and subject-wise analysis.