Question: Q 3 . A column foundation shown below is 4 m 2 . 5 m in plan. Given: D f = 2 . 5 m

Q3. A column foundation shown below is 4m2.5m in plan. Given: Df=2.5m,'=28,c'=30kNm2(FS=2.0). Determine the net allowable load the foundation could carry.
a. Use Terzaghi's equation (Note: Assume general shear failure in soil.)
b. Using Meyerhof's bearing capacity general equation (Use bearing capacity, shape and depth factors.)
Q 3 . A column foundation shown below is 4 m 2 .

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