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Geological Engineering · Q85

Engineering Geology for Construction

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 85

Q85

Which factor affects the decision to use shallow vs deep foundations?

A.
Water quality
B.
Soil depth and bearing capacity
Answer
C.
Site vegetation
D.
Wind direction

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Soil bearing capacity and depth of competent strata dictate whether shallow (e.g., spread footings) or deep (e.g., piles) foundations are used.