
Ground Investigation in Civil Engineering Quiz

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Eman Omairey
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a desk study in the context of ground investigation?
A study conducted on-site to collect soil samples
A preliminary study using available information to assist in planning fieldwork
A study to determine the economic feasibility of a project
A study to assess the environmental impact of a project on a site
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the typical range for the spacing of investigation points for high-rise and industrial structures?
5-10 m
15-40 m
20-50 m
25-75 m
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the recommended action if rock is encountered during an investigation?
Stop the investigation immediately
Penetrate at least 3 m in more than one location
Use a different type of foundation
Increase the number of boreholes
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the cost range of a ground investigation as a percentage of the project cost?
3-5%
5-10%
10-15%
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should be done to boreholes and trial pits after use?
Leave them open
Backfill with compacted soil
Fill with water
Cover with concrete
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the maximum depth to which trial pits are typically excavated?
3-5 meters
6-7 meters
8-9 meters
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of using trial pits in ground investigation?
To install underground utilities
To visually examine in-situ soil conditions
To create drainage systems
To plant trees
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