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In which of the following piles, alligator jaw point can be used?

(a) Vibro-pile

(b) Pedestal pile

(c) Franki pile

(d) Simplex pile

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The question is from Uncased Cast-in-Situ Concrete Piles in section Pile Foundations of Geotechnical Engineering II

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Correct choice is (d) Simplex pile

The explanation is: In simplex pile if the soil is firm enough to stand, the cast iron shoe at the base is provided with alligator jaw point.

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