Q71
In the Petronas Towers project, deep foundations were used due to:
A.
Glacial deposits
B.
Thick alluvium over karstic limestone
AnswerC.
Expansive shale
D.
Marine clay crust
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The site had thick alluvial deposits over a karstic limestone bedrock, necessitating deep piled foundations to reach stable rock.