The Width of a Strip Foundation Supporting a Load of 35

question 9

Multiple Choice

The width of a strip foundation supporting a load of 35 KN/m on a soil with a loadbearing capacity of 120 KN/m² and having a factor of safety of 1.5, should be

• A) 194mm
• B) 292mm
• C) 343mm
• D) 437mm
• E) 515mm

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A large underwater structure made of the skeletons of tiny sea creatures called corals, known for its rich biodiversity.

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Weathering

The breakdown of rocks, soils, and minerals through direct contact with the Earth's atmosphere, water, and biological organisms.

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