Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
The ultimate bearing capacity of a foundation is:
Foundation EngineeringSoil Mechanics and Foundation EngineeringEASY
Choose the correct answer
A
Safe pressure after applying factor of safety
B
Net pressure causing no settlement
C
Contact pressure at zero load
D
Gross pressure at which soil fails in shear
Correct Answer
D. Gross pressure at which soil fails in shear
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Ultimate bearing capacity corresponds to shear failure of supporting soil.
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