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What is the primary function of a foundation in a building?

  • To increase the aesthetic value of the building
  • To receive and transmit loads from the building to the underlying soil (correct)
  • To reduce the cost of construction
  • To increase the height of the building
  • What is the main reason for constructing foundations near the ground surface?

  • Because the soil is suitable for construction (correct)
  • To increase the stability of the building
  • To prevent the formation of cracks in the structure
  • To reduce the cost of construction
  • What is the purpose of a spread footing in a foundation?

  • To reduce the depth of the foundation
  • To spread loads of a single column to the soil (correct)
  • To decrease the stability of the building
  • To increase the width of the foundation
  • What is the term used to describe the process of preventing uneven settlement of a building?

    <p>Load distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main types of foundations?

    <p>Shallow and deep foundations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to construct a foundation in areas with wet soil?

    <p>To prevent the formation of cracks in the structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of foundation is suitable for ordinary residential buildings?

    <p>Slopped footing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a pier foundation?

    <p>To transfer loads from the building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of foundation is used in places where the soil is very loose?

    <p>Mat or Raft footing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of deep foundations?

    <p>They are used in areas with soft soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of constructing a caisson foundation?

    <p>Excavating soil from within the caisson and filling it with reinforced cement concrete</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of piles in a pile foundation?

    <p>To act as steady support for the buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

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