Select the correct statement?

Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering 21/04/2020

A. A uniform soil has more strength and stability than a non-uniform soil
B. A uniform soil has less strength and stability than a non-uniform soil
C. Uniformity coefficient does not affect strength and stability
D. Uniformity coefficient of a poorly graded soil is more than that of a well graded soil

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