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Geological Engineering · Q18

Site Investigation and Geotechnical Exploration

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 18

Q18

The spacing of boreholes in a detailed geotechnical investigation for a building is usually:

A.
50-100 m
B.
5-15 m
Answer
C.
200-500 m
D.
1000 m

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
In detailed investigations, borehole spacing is kept close (5-15 m) to provide accurate subsurface information under the structure footprint.