The ratio of volume of voids to the total volume of soil mass is called______________?

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Relative density of a compacted dense sand is approximately equal to_____________?

A. 0.4 B. 0.6 C. 0.95 D. 1.20...

When the plastic limit of a soil is greater than the liquid limit, then the plasticity index is reported as_____________?

A. negative B. zero C. non-plastic (NP) D. 1...

The ultimate consolidation settlement of a soil is________________?

A. directly proportional to the voids ratio B. directly proportional to the compression index C. inversely proportional to the compression index D. none of the above...

If a cohesive soil specimen is subjected to a vertical compressive load, the inclination of the cracks to the horizontal is__________________?

A. 90° B. 45° C. 22.5° D. 0°...

Select the correct statement?

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...