Question

In the plate load test, if the break on the log-log plot between the load intensity q and settlement is not well defined, the ultimate load is taken corresponding to a settlement of:

• A. $\frac{1}{3}\text{rd of the plate width}$
• B. $\frac{1}{4}\text{th of the plate width}$
• C. $\frac{1}{5}\text{th of the plate width}$
• D. $\frac{1}{6}\text{th of the plate width}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $\frac{1}{5}\text{th of the plate width}$

$\frac{1}{5}\text{th of the plate width}$