Floating foundation means -
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A.
A normal foundation which can raise and
float during floods
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B.
A foundation floating on water like barges
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C.
A foundation in which new loads due to
the structure are equal to the weight of the
soil removed by excavation
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D.
A foundation cannot be floating type under
any condition
Correct Answer:
C. A foundation in which new loads due to
the structure are equal to the weight of the
soil removed by excavation
Explanation:
A floating foundation is a type of deep foundation where the weight of the structure is designed to be approximately equal to the weight of the soil displaced by the excavation. By balancing these loads, the net pressure on the underlying soil remains near zero, which significantly reduces settlement and makes it an effective solution for building on soft or highly compressible ground.
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