Question

Which of the following can be assumed for design purpose of well curb?

(a) Three point support of cutting edge

(b) Boulders

(c) Skin friction

(d) Steining

This question was posed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.

This question is from Well Curb, Cutting Edge, Steining and Bottom Plug in section Well Foundations of Geotechnical Engineering II

Answer 1

Right answer is (a) Three point support of cutting edge

The explanation is: A three-point support of the cutting edge resting on a log may be assumed for design purposes of well curb.