2087Civil EngineeringMedium
In testing a pile by load test, pile platform is loaded with one and half times the design load and a maximum settlement is noted. The load is gradually removed and the consequent rebound is measured. For a safe pile, the net settlement (i.e. total settlement minus rebound) per tonne of test load should not exceed________?
A25 mm
B15 mm
C20 mm
D10 mm
Correct answer
A. 25 mm
Explanation
The correct answer is 25 mm.