What is the primary function of a building foundation?

Building Technology Quiz CHAPTER 5

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To transfer the weight of the building to the moon
To transfer the weight of the building to the ground
To transfer the weight of the building to the ocean
To transfer the weight of the building to the sky
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does dead load refer to in the context of building foundations?
The weight of people in the building
The force exerted by the wind on the building
The weight of accumulated snow on the roof
The weight of the permanent components of the building
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the force exerted by the soil against the foundation walls or retaining structures called?
Snow Load
Lateral Earth Pressure
Wind Load
Hydrostatic Pressure
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which soil stabilization technique involves adding lime to the soil to improve its strength and reduce compressibility?
Geosynthetics
Compaction
Mechanical Stabilization
Chemical Stabilization
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary difference between deep and shallow foundations?
Application
Soil Conditions
Construction Method
Depth
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of foundation is suitable for large loads such as commercial buildings and basements?
Slope Footing
Raft Footing
Pad Footing
Strip Footing
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a caisson foundation in construction?
To prevent water infiltration
To transfer the load of a structure to deeper layers of soil or rock
To provide support in challenging soil conditions
To enhance the stability of the foundation
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