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.

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Q81.
The total blow required for the second and third 15 cm of penetration in standard penetration test is taken as ____________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Seating drive
Q82.
The expression for C n as given by Lio and Whitman is _____________
Discuss
Answer: (b).C n = √(100/σ’)
Q83.
The cone test is useful in determining the bearing capacity of ___________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Cohesion less soil and Fine sand
Q84.
The cone resistance qc, for sandy silt type of soil is __________
Discuss
Answer: (c).2
Q85.
The analytical methods used for finding bearing capacity of footing is based on ___________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Shear failure
Q86.
The effect of settlement on structure depends upon its ________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Magnitude and Uniformity
Q87.
The vertical downward movement of the base of the structure is called __________
Discuss
Answer: (b).Settlement
Q88.
The allowable pressure, that should be selected for a maximum settlement is ____________
Discuss
Answer: (b).25 mm
Q89.
The maximum allowable settlement for warehouses are _________
Discuss
Answer: (c).50
Q90.
According to National building code of India, the differential settlement can be kept within limits by __________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Suitably designing the foundation
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