Addition of Water to Soil on Slopes May

question 47

Multiple Choice

Addition of water to soil on slopes may

• A) Stabilize the soil by freezing and thawing.
• B) Stabilize the soil by increasing pore pressure.
• C) Destabilize the slope by reducing frictional resistance to sliding.
• D) Destabilize the slope by decreasing the slope angle.

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Definitions:

Self-efficacy

An individual's belief in their capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments.

Self-handicapping

A strategy where individuals create obstacles or excuses to avoid self-blame in case of failure.

Self-defeating Behaviors

Actions or habits that undermine one's own goals or well-being, often occurring as a result of negative self-talk or self-sabotage.

Self-efficacy Failure

Situations or circumstances where an individual's belief in their ability to execute actions necessary for a desired outcome is undermined or lacks entirely.