Question: Q 2 ( 3 0 P ) A 3 m wide continuous footing shown in the figure supports a wall load of 4 5 0

Q2(30P)
A 3m wide continuous footing shown in the figure supports a wall load of 450kNm. The groundwater table is at the same level as the ground surface. Compute the following:
a) The bearing pressure
b) The ultimate bearing capacity by using Terzaghi's formula
c) Check it for the design of the foundation (FS=3)
Note: Use the average unit weight of the soil and concrete for Wf.
Q 2 ( 3 0 P ) A 3 m wide continuous footing shown

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