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The net safe bearing capacity is defined by which of the following equation?

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The net safe bearing capacity is defined by which of the following equation?

(a) qns=qnf / F

(b) qns = qnf + σ̅

(c) qns = qf – σ̅

(d) All of the mentioned

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This intriguing question originated from Minimum Depth of Foundation: Rankine’s Analysis in chapter Bearing Capacity of Geotechnical Engineering II

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Correct choice is (a) qns=qnf / F

To explain I would say: The net safe bearing capacity is the net ultimate bearing capacity divided by a factor of safety F i.e., qns = qnf/F.

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