Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) The sand in the sand pile is well compacted (B) The sand is kept moist at the time of placing and tamping (C) Sand piles are generally used under column loads (D) All of the above

Pick up the correct statement from the following:
(A) The sand in the sand pile is well compacted
(B) The sand is kept moist at the time of placing and tamping
(C) Sand piles are generally used under column loads
(D) All of the above
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Answer: Option D
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