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Discussion Forum : RCC Structures Design - Section 1 (Q.No. 9)
RCC Structures Design
9.
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:
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Srinu said:   9 years ago
All of the above answer.
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.
Makar said:   8 years ago
All the given option is correct.
Pushap said:   8 years ago
All answer are correct according to the type of pile.
Ghalib Bugti said:   8 years ago
You are right@Praveen.

And 100% the correct option is A.
Joshur said:   8 years ago
Yes, you are right, agree @Praveen.
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.
Dvs said:   8 years ago
The given answer is correct as it covers all the above.
Rahul said:   9 years ago
The answer is [D] b'coz pile foundation is used where the depth of foundation is greater than it's width so as to transfer axially and friction load throughout larger area below hard strata.
Sjwjndd said:   7 years ago
Option D is correct.

Because pile is deep foundations.
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