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The bearing plate used in plate load test is in the shape of __________

(a) Square

(b) Rectangular and Circular

(c) None of the mentioned

(d) All of the mentioned

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Correct answer is (b) Rectangular and Circular

The explanation is: The bearing plate is either circular or square, made of mild steel of not less than 25 mm in thickness.

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