Question

A square footing is founded on a pure clay deposit. The depth of the foundation is 1.3 m and the width is 4 m. The unconfined compressive strength of the clay is 125 kPa,
$\gamma b = 17.2 kN/m³.$
What is the gross safe bearing capacity of the foundation considering FOS= 3? Use Skempton's (1951) analysis.
a. 400 kPa c. 354 kPa
b. 160 kPa d. 155 kPa​

Answer 1

Answer:

400 kPa

Explanation: