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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What is meant by 'settlement' in geotechnical terms?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to a sponge when weight is applied.
Question 2
Easy
Name one factor that can influence soil compression.
💡 Hint: Consider how water affects materials.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is settlement in geotechnical engineering?
- A process of soil enhancement
- The downward movement of a structure
- A type of soil testing
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of weight on soil.
Question 2
True or False: Moisture negatively affects soil compression.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about wet versus dry soil.
Solve and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
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Question 1
A 10-story building is constructed on sandy soil. If the total load on the building is 2000 kN, calculate the expected settlement if the soil has a vertical compressibility of 0.005 m²/kN.
💡 Hint: Use the formula S = Load / Compressibility.
Question 2
Discuss the potential long-term effects on infrastructure if sedimentation due to compression is not monitored and managed correctly.
💡 Hint: Think about how structural failure can lead to safety hazards.
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