Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
Which of the following about lateral pressure without wall movement in civil engineering is correct?
Soil MechanicsEarth Pressure At RestHARD
Choose the correct answer
A
active pressure requires no wall movement
B
K0 is always zero
C
K0 condition applies when lateral strain is prevented
D
passive pressure is always less than active pressure
Correct Answer
C. K0 condition applies when lateral strain is prevented
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At-rest pressure occurs with no lateral deformation. Correct option: C.
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