Commercial Foundations

What are the two main types of foundations?

• Deep Foundations and High Foundations

• Shallow Foundations and Deep Foundations

• Wide Foundations and Narrow Foundations

• Surface Foundations and Underground Foundations

Which of the following is NOT a type of shallow foundation?

• Spread Footings

• Strip Foundations

• Cast-in-Situ Piles

• Mat Foundation

What does a foundation do in terms of building loads?

• Increases the building loads

• Has no effect on building loads

• Transfers building loads to soil

• Reduces the number of building loads

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

What factor related to water is considered in the design considerations?

• Water resistance

• Flood elevation

• Rainfall intensity

• Humidity levels

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

What does the Allowable Soil Bearing Pressure indicate?

• The minimum pressure that a soil must withstand

• The maximum pressure that a soil may be designed to support

• The average pressure that a soil typically supports

• The pressure at which soil starts to erode

What is typically included in the Allowable Soil Bearing Pressure?

• A factor of risk

• A factor of safety

• A factor of durability

• A factor of density

What is the estimated allowable soil bearing pressure range for BEDROCK?

• 0 to 400 lb/ft²

• 1,500 lb/ft²

• 4,000 to 12,000 lb/ft²

• 3,000 lb/ft²

Which soil type has the lowest estimated allowable soil bearing pressure according to the table?

• SILT

• SAND W/ FINES

• CLAYS

• ORGANICS

What is the drainage quality of GRAVELS as per the table?

• Poor

• Good

• Medium

• Excellent

What does the A Zone represent in flood zones?

• Areas with a 50% annual chance of flooding

• Coastal areas with a 1% or greater chance of flooding

• Areas with a 1% annual chance of flooding

• The elevation shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map