The value of compression index for a remoulded sample whose liquid limit is 50% is (A) 0.028 (B) 0.28 (C) 036 (D) 0.036

The value of compression index for a remoulded sample whose liquid limit is 50% is
(A) 0.028
(B) 0.28
(C) 036
(D) 0.036
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(B) 0.28
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