Which rock mass classification system is widely used for tunnels?
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A cut slope in weathered granite should be:
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Which factor does NOT affect the choice of a construction site?
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For construction on hilly terrain, the most stable foundation material is:
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In road construction, which geological feature often leads to slope failure?
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Which method improves drainage and stability in slopes?
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What property of rocks is most relevant for assessing load-bearing capacity?
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Which geological factor is critical when building near a riverbank?
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During tunnel blasting, which rock type may create gas pockets and sudden collapse?
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For underground metro construction in urban areas, why is geotechnical borehole logging essential?
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Which geological structure is most dangerous for dam construction?
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What is the primary concern of constructing on expansive clay?
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Which rock feature significantly affects its strength in a construction project?
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What type of slope failure is most common in layered sedimentary rock?
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Which type of rock is most suitable for heavy foundation loading?
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Which method is used to test the in-situ strength of rock mass?
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What is a major issue with highly jointed rock masses?
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Why is rock permeability important in underground construction?
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Which soil condition is most favorable for shallow foundations?
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Which geological feature may create water leakage in a dam foundation?
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