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Negative Skin Friction

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The action of negative skin friction on the pile is to

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Increase the ultimate load on the pile

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Reduce the allowable load on the pile

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Maintain the working load on the pile

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Reduce the settlement of the pile

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The correct option is B Reduce the allowable load on the pile
Reduce the allowable load on the pile

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