Shallow Foundations MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Shallow Foundations, 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 Shallow Foundations 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 Shallow Foundations mcq questions that explore various aspects of Shallow Foundations problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of Shallow Foundations 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 Shallow Foundations MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Foundation Engineering topic.

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Q41.
The conventional method for designing raft foundation is based on which of the following assumptions?
Discuss
Answer: (a).Foundation is infinitely rigid and Soil pressure is assumed to be planar
Q42.
The actual reinforcement provided should be ___________ of that worked out theoretically by conventional method.
Discuss
Answer: (a).Twice
Discuss
Answer: (a).Simplified elastic foundation and Truly elastic foundation
Q44.
In truly elastic foundation, the soil is assumed to be obey ____________
Discuss
Answer: (b).Hooke’s law
Q45.
Both conventional and flexible method can be used only in the case when _________
Discuss
Answer: (c).Foundation is flexible
Q46.
The modulus of subgrade reaction is applicable only when the load is applied through _________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Plate of size 30 ×30 cm and Beam 30 cm wide on soil area
Q47.
The value of Ks(modulus of subgrade reaction) can be found out, based on the effect of ___________
Discuss
Answer: (a).Size and Shape
Q48.
The effect of shape is based on ____________principal.
Discuss
Answer: (a).Principal of superposition
Q49.
In effect of shape method, the columns loads and bearing pressure distribution are divided in to ___________ system of forces.
Discuss
Answer: (c).Three
Discuss
Answer: (c).Column support reaction acting downwards
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