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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do footings have a larger bearing area?

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

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