Bearing Capacity MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Bearing Capacity, a fundamental topic in the field of Foundation Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Bearing Capacity MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

In this section, you'll find a wide range of Bearing Capacity mcq questions that explore various aspects of Bearing Capacity problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of Bearing Capacity principles, enabling you to refine your problem-solving techniques. Whether you're a student aiming to ace Foundation Engineering tests, a job seeker preparing for interviews, or someone simply interested in sharpening their skills, our Bearing Capacity MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Foundation Engineering topic.

Note: Each of the following question comes with multiple answer choices. Select the most appropriate option and test your understanding of Bearing Capacity. You can click on an option to test your knowledge before viewing the solution for a MCQ. Happy learning!

So, are you ready to put your Bearing Capacity knowledge to the test? Let's get started with our carefully curated MCQs!

Bearing Capacity MCQs | Page 4 of 10

Discover more Topics under Foundation Engineering

Q31.
The curve for Nq and NΞ³ for the transition state from Ο† = 28° and Ο† = 38° was given by __________
Discuss
Answer: (d).All of the mentioned
Q32.
Terzaghi’s bearing capacity equation is not applicable for ____________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Depth effect and Inclination factor
Q33.
For purely cohesive soil, Nc has a maximum value of ___________ for square footing.
Discuss
Answer: (c).9
Q34.
The Brinch Hansen shape factor can be applied to ___________ for the case of rectangular footing.
Discuss
Answer: (a).Skempton value of Nc
Q35.
Hansen considered the bearing capacity as a ____________
Discuss
Answer: (c).Plane-strain problem
Q36.
Bowel suggested that the increase in Ο† in plane-strain case can be computed only for Ο† greater than ____________
Discuss
Answer: (b).25
Q37.
Skempton observed that the factor Nc increases with the ratio ___________
Discuss
Answer: (a).D/B
Q38.
When D=0, the value of Nc for strip footing will be ____________
Discuss
Answer: (a).6.20
Q39.
Which of the following value can be taken [Nc] surface for surface footing?
Discuss
Answer: (a).6
Q40.
The term β€˜i’ in Hansen equation represents ___________
Discuss
Answer: (d).Inclination factor
Page 4 of 10