Foundations Quiz 2

What are the two main features that foundations must be calculated based on?

• Length and width

• Magnitude of loads and ground qualities

• Color and shape

• Weight and height

What type of foundations are used when the soil has high loading capacity?

• Shoes

• Deep foundations

• Continued shoes

• Foundation slabs

What are piles constructed from in deep foundations?

• Aluminum and copper

• Glass and plastic

• Bricks and mortar

• Concrete, steel, or wood

What is the purpose of foundation slabs?

• To distribute charges on the ground

• To support columns

• To provide stability

• To protect against overloading

When are deep foundations used?

• Only in earthquake-prone areas

• When the ground is flat

• When the soil is too soft

• Under conditions of extremely high weights

What is the safety factor included for when civil works are done on seismic places?

• Extra workers

• Additional materials

• Foundation slabs

• To protect against occasional overloading