Q. What is the typical method for predicting settlement in cohesive soils?
A.
Using the SPT N-value
B.
Empirical correlations based on field tests
C.
Laboratory consolidation tests
D.
Visual inspection
Solution
Laboratory consolidation tests, such as oedometer tests, are typically used to predict settlement in cohesive soils by measuring their compressibility.
Correct Answer:
C
— Laboratory consolidation tests
Q. Which of the following is a common real-world application of settlement analysis?
A.
Designing bridges
B.
Assessing landslide risk
C.
Evaluating the stability of slopes
D.
Planning urban development
Solution
Settlement analysis is commonly applied in planning urban development to ensure that structures are built on stable ground and to predict potential settlement issues.
