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Question
Assertion (A) : Terzaghi's bearing capacity theory over-estimates the bearing capacity of footings.
Reason (R) : Terzaghi's theory neglects the shearing resistance of rupture surface in the soil above the foundation level.
A.
Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
B.
Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A 
C.
A is true but R is false
D.
A is false but R is true
Answer ( Option D)

A is false but R is true

Solution

Terzaghi's theory neglects the shearing resistance of rupture surface in the soil above the foundation level so this theory underestimates the bearing capacity of footing.

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