Computer · Foundation Engineering
A foundation is to be designed on weak soil characterized by high compressibility and low bearing capacity. Which design modification is MOST appropriate to prevent excessive settlement?
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- 1Increase masonry wall thickness
- 2Increase footing contact area or adopt a mat/raft foundation✓
- 3Increase the load intensity per unit area
- 4Reduce the base area of footings
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Increase footing contact area or adopt a mat/raft foundation
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