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Once the pressure distribution is known ___________ in the reinforced concrete footing can be calculated.

(a) Bending moment and Shear force

(b) Bearing pressure

(c) None of the mentioned

(d) All of the mentioned

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Question is taken from Types of Foundation in chapter Shallow Foundations of Geotechnical Engineering II

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The correct option is (a) Bending moment and Shear force

Explanation: Knowing the pressure distribution is known, the bending moment and shear force can be calculated, and the thickness of the structural member of the member can be calculated using properties of reinforced concrete.

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