Mastering Shallow Foundations

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Which type of foundation transfers structural load to the earth very near to the surface?

  • Shallow foundation (correct)
  • Range foundation
  • Subsurface foundation
  • Deep foundation

When is a foundation considered shallow?

  • When the depth is equal to the width
  • When the depth is greater than the width
  • When the width is greater than the depth (correct)
  • When the width is equal to the depth

Which type of foundation is more economical and widely used for relatively light structures?

  • Range foundation
  • Subsurface foundation
  • Deep foundation
  • Shallow foundation (correct)

What is the bearing capacity of soil commonly less than?

<p>400kPa (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do footings have a larger bearing area?

<p>To distribute pressure to the soil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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