PE Construction Practice Questions - PE Civil Construction Engineering Exam

A footing load is applied rapidly to saturated clay. Immediately after loading, which statement is most accurate?

The effective stress carries nearly all of the new load Excess pore water pressure initially carries most of the new load Primary consolidation settlement is complete immediately Drainage causes the clay strength to increase instantly

Correct Answer:

Excess pore water pressure initially carries most of the new load

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