Substructure

What type of foundation is typically used for structures with a high load-bearing capacity and when the soil near the surface is weak?

• Shallow foundation

• Deep foundation

• Floating foundation

• Mat foundation

Which of the following is an example of a shallow foundation?

• Pile foundation

• Caisson foundation

• Strip foundation

• Pier foundation

Which type of foundation is suitable for areas with expansive or unstable soil conditions?

• Shallow foundation

• Deep foundation

• Piled raft foundation

• Mat foundation

A foundation that transfers loads to a deeper level within the earth is called a

• Shallow foundation

• Deep foundation

• Spread foundation

• Raft foundation

Which type of foundation is commonly used for tall structures like skyscrapers?

• Strip foundation

• Pile foundation

• Mat foundation

• Shallow foundation

Which of the following is an advantage of shallow foundations?

• Better load distribution in soft soil

• Reduced risk of differential settlement

• Suitable for expansive soils

• Ability to support heavy structures

In which situation might a mat foundation be preferred over individual footings

• Uneven load distribution

• Stable bedrock

• Soft clay soil

• High water table

What is the purpose of a caisson foundation

• To anchor structures against lateral forces

• To prevent soil erosion

• To distribute loads over a large area

• To transfer loads through water and unstable soil to a stable layer

Which foundation type is more susceptible to differential settlement in non-uniform soil conditions?

• Pile foundation

• Mat foundation

• Spread foundation

• Pier foundation

Which foundation type involves drilling cylindrical columns into the ground to transfer loads to deeper, more stable soil layers

• Caisson foundation

• Spread foundation

• Strip foundation

• Raft foundation