Explore topic-wise MCQs in Geotechnical Engineering.

This section includes 7 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Geotechnical Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The static formula is based on the assumption that the ultimate bearing capacity Qup is equal to ___________

A. Rf + Qa
B. Rf + Rp
C. As + Ap
D. Q up / F
Answer» C. As + Ap
Discussion
2.

The greater objection to any of the pile driving formulae is _________

A. Uncertainty in relation between dynamic and static resistance
B. Shear strength of the soil
C. Uncertainty in the allowable pressure
D. None of the mentioned
Answer» B. Shear strength of the soil
Discussion
3.

Dynamic formula does not indicate about _________

A. Temporary change in soil structure and Future settlement
B. Allowable load
C. None of the mentioned
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» B. Allowable load
Discussion
4.

Dynamic formulae are best suited for _________ type of soil.

A. Fine grained soil
B. Coarse grained soil
C. Cohesive soil
D. None of the mentioned
Answer» C. Cohesive soil
Discussion
5.

When a pile hammer hits the pile, the total driving energy is equal to _________

A. Weight of hammer times the height of drop
B. Weight of the ram time times the height of the stroke
C. Sum of the impact of the ram
D. Sum of the impact of ram plus the energy delivered by explosion
Answer» B. Weight of the ram time times the height of the stroke
Discussion
6.

The allowable load which the pile can carry safely is determined on the basis of ________

A. Factor of safety
B. Load test
C. Stability of the pile foundation
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» D. All of the mentioned
Discussion
7.

The maximum load which can be carried by a pile is defined as its __________

A. Ultimate load carrying capacity
B. Ultimate bearing resistance
C. Ultimate bearing capacity
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» E.
Discussion