Practice question

Which condition is MOST likely to cause unexpected, sudden pile movement during driving?

  1. Driving on perfectly uniform, dense soil
  2. Encountering a void, soft layer, or obstruction that causes the pile to suddenly run, deflect, or refuse
  3. Using the operator's manual
  4. Keeping the leads plumb

Answer: B — Encountering a void, soft layer, or obstruction that causes the pile to suddenly run, deflect, or refuse

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