Which of the following pieces of information are typically included in a subsurface investigation report? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.
A. Results of field tests
B. Results of lab tests
C. Recommended types of foundations
D. Soil sieve analysis
E. Boring location plan
F. Recommended treatment for contaminated soil
Which of the following defines the sudden loss of shearing resistance in a cohesion-less oil?
A. Plasticity
B. Liquefaction
C. A collapsing soil
D. An expansive soil
The purpose of the element X in the diagram is to
A. Increase hydrostatic pressure on the wall
B. reduce hydrostatic pressure on the wall
C. maintain hydrostatic pressure on the wall
D. decrease vapor pressure in the basement room
The diagrams above indicate which of the following about the relationship between wind and the mass of high-rise buildings?
Wind acts the same on all vertical surfaces regardless of mass and material differentiation.
More wind turbulence is created at the street level of wide, smooth-surfaced facades.
Wind turbulence is increased at street level by stepped building forms.
Wind turbulence is of minimum concern in the relationship between high-rise buildings and the street.