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In a settlement analysis, what does the term 'surcharge' refer to?

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In a settlement analysis, what does the term 'surcharge' refer to?
  1. The weight of the soil above the water table
  2. An additional load applied to the soil surface
  3. The weight of the foundation
  4. The weight of the soil below the water table

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In a settlement analysis, what does the term 'surcharge' refer to?
  • Step 1: Understand that 'surcharge' is a term used in settlement analysis.
  • Step 2: Recognize that surcharge means adding extra weight or load on top of the soil.
  • Step 3: Know that this extra load increases the pressure on the soil.
  • Step 4: Realize that when the pressure increases, it can cause the soil to compress or settle.
  • Step 5: Understand that this process of soil compression is called consolidation settlement.
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