To ensure uniform pressure distribution, the thickne... - Solved MCQs & Answer

1165Civil EngineeringMedium

To ensure uniform pressure distribution, the thickness of the foundation, is________?

ADecreased gradually towards the edge

BIncreased gradually towards the edge

CKept zero at the edge

DKept uniform throughout

Correct answer

A. Decreased gradually towards the edge

Explanation

The correct answer is Decreased gradually towards the edge.

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