Q33
The factor of safety in slope design is defined as:
A.
Ratio of resisting forces to driving forces
AnswerB.
Driving force � resisting force
C.
Shear force � normal force
D.
Unit weight � cohesion
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Factor of Safety (FoS) = Resisting forces / Driving forces.It helps determine slope stability; FoS > 1.0 implies stability.