Gravel Clay C Impermeable bedrock
Chapter2: Loads On Structures
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A square footing supporting a column applies a uniform pressure of 100 kPa on top of a deep clay deposit. Based on the bulbs of pressure developed below the footing shown in the following figure, which of the following statements are correct (select all that apply)?
A.Immediately after construction, the effective vertical stress developed at Points B and C is the same.
B.Immediately after construction, the excess pore water pressure (∆u) developed at Point B is lower than ∆u developed at Point A.
C.After construction, the excess pore water pressure at Point C dissipates faster than that dissipated at Point B.
D.
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