Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
Which of the following statements about foundation soil shear failure is technically sound?
Soil MechanicsBearing CapacityMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
bearing capacity is independent of footing width
B
allowable pressure equals settlement only
C
water table never affects capacity
D
ultimate bearing capacity is reduced by a factor of safety for allowable pressure
Correct Answer
D. ultimate bearing capacity is reduced by a factor of safety for allowable pressure
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Design uses allowable bearing pressure after safety and settlement checks. Correct option: D.
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