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According to Meyerhof, what type of soil is best suited for calculating the ultimate point resistance qp with SPT results?
According to Meyerhof, what type of soil is best suited for calculating the ultimate point resistance qp with SPT results?
- Silty soil
- Clay soil
- Organic soil
- Homogeneous granular soil (correct)
What method did Meyerhof propose for obtaining the ultimate point resistance qp in a soil?
What method did Meyerhof propose for obtaining the ultimate point resistance qp in a soil?
- Using a cone penetration test
- Using the plate load test
- Using the vane shear test
- Using the standard penetration test (correct)
What does the symbol L represent in the context of Meyerhof's observations regarding the ultimate point resistance qp?
What does the symbol L represent in the context of Meyerhof's observations regarding the ultimate point resistance qp?
- The length of the standard penetration test rod
- The length of the pile (correct)
- The lateral earth pressure coefficient
- The depth of the soil layer
What does the term 'homogeneous granular soil' refer to in the context of Meyerhof's observations on ultimate point resistance qp?
What does the term 'homogeneous granular soil' refer to in the context of Meyerhof's observations on ultimate point resistance qp?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in Meyerhof's observations for calculating the ultimate point resistance qp using SPT results?
Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in Meyerhof's observations for calculating the ultimate point resistance qp using SPT results?