Explore topic-wise MCQs in Geotechnical Engineering.

This section includes 5 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.

In cohesive soil, the pressure distribution beneath the footing is ___________

A. Linear
B. Non linear
C. Zero
D. None of the mentioned
Answer» B. Non linear
Discussion
2.

Once the pressure distribution is known ___________ in the reinforced concrete footing can be calculated.

A. Bending moment and Shear force
B. Bearing pressure
C. None of the mentioned
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» B. Bearing pressure
Discussion
3.

The pressure intensity beneath the footing depends upon ___________

A. Rigidity of the footing
B. Soil type
C. Condition of soil
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» E.
Discussion
4.

A foundation is said to be shallow if its depth is ________ than its width.

A. Equal to and Less than
B. Greater than
C. None of the mentioned
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» B. Greater than
Discussion
5.

Foundations can be broadly classified under __________

A. Shallow foundation and Deep foundation
B. Pile foundation
C. None of the mentioned
D. All of the mentioned
Answer» B. Pile foundation
Discussion