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Discussion Forum : RCC Structures Design - Section 1 (Q.No. 9)

RCC Structures Design

Pick up the correct statement from the following:

A pile is a slender member which transfers the load through its lower end on a strong strata

A pile is a slender member which transfers its load to the surrounding soil

A pile is a slender member which transfers its load by friction

A pile is a cylindrical body of concrete which transfers the load at a depth greater than its width.

Answer: Option

Explanation:

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Discussion:

41 comments Page 2 of 5.

Dvs said: 8 years ago

The given answer is correct as it covers all the above.

Karthik said: 8 years ago

All are incorrect. Pile is a non-slender member. Since pile is surrounded by soil we always design it has a short column.

Joshur said: 8 years ago

Yes, you are right, agree @Praveen.

Ghalib Bugti said: 8 years ago

You are right@Praveen.

And 100% the correct option is A.

Pushap said: 8 years ago

All answer are correct according to the type of pile.

Makar said: 8 years ago

All the given option is correct.

Ankit tiwari said: 9 years ago

I think opt b and c can not be true. Because it says "it's load". While it transfers the total load act on it.

Srinu said: 9 years ago

All of the above answer.

Roy smith said: 9 years ago

I think all of these.

Ahmef said: 9 years ago

Choice 'C' is more safe, because of skin friction.

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