When drainage is permitted under initially applied normal stress only and full primarily consolidation is allowed to take place, the test is known as (A) Quick test (B) Drained test (C) Consolidated undrained test (D) None of these

When drainage is permitted under initially applied normal stress only and full primarily
consolidation is allowed to take place, the test is known as
(A) Quick test
(B) Drained test
(C) Consolidated undrained test
(D) None of these
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(C) Consolidated undrained test
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If drainage is permitted throughout the test, during the application of both normal, and shear stresses so that full consolidation occurs and no excess pore pressure is set up at any stage of the test, is known as (A) Quick test (B) Drained test (C) Consolidated undrained test (D) None of these

Description : If drainage is permitted throughout the test, during the application of both normal, and shear stresses so that full consolidation occurs and no excess pore pressure is set up at any stage of the test, is ... (A) Quick test (B) Drained test (C) Consolidated undrained test (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

In a triaxial compression test when drainage is allowed during the first stage (i. e. application of cell pressure) only and not during the second stage (i.e. application of deviator stress at constant cell pressure), the test is known as (A) Consolidated drained test (B) Consolidated undrained test (C) Unconsolidated drained test (D) Unconsolidated undrained test

Description : In a triaxial compression test when drainage is allowed during the first stage (i. e. application of cell pressure) only and not during the second stage (i.e. application of deviator ... test (B) Consolidated undrained test (C) Unconsolidated drained test (D) Unconsolidated undrained test

Last Answer : (B) Consolidated undrained test

Unconfmed compressive strength test is (A) Undrained test (B) Drained test (C) Consolidated undrained test (D) Consolidated drained test

Description : Unconfmed compressive strength test is (A) Undrained test (B) Drained test (C) Consolidated undrained test (D) Consolidated drained test

Last Answer : (A) Undrained test

The triaxial apparatus is usually used for (A) Unconsolidated-undrained test (B) Consolidated-undrained test (C) Drained test (D) All the above tests

Description : The triaxial apparatus is usually used for (A) Unconsolidated-undrained test (B) Consolidated-undrained test (C) Drained test (D) All the above tests

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

In a deposit of normally consolidated clay (A) Effective stress increases with depth but water content of soil and undrained strength decrease with depth (B) Effective stress and water content increase with depth but undrained strength decreases with depth C) Effective stress and undrained strength increase with depth but water content decreases with depth (D) Effective stress, water content and undrained strength decrease with depth

Description : In a deposit of normally consolidated clay (A) Effective stress increases with depth but water content of soil and undrained strength decrease with depth (B) Effective stress and water ... decreases with depth (D) Effective stress, water content and undrained strength decrease with depth

Last Answer : C) Effective stress and undrained strength increase with depth but water content decreases with depth

Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) Isotropic consolidation of clay can be obtained in the triaxial apparatus under equal all￾round pressure (B) If the present effective stress is the maximum to which the clay has ever been subjected, it is called normally consolidated clay (C) If the present effective stress in the past was more than present effective stress, it is called over-consolidated clay (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) Isotropic consolidation of clay can be obtained in the triaxial apparatus under equal all￾round pressure (B) If the present effective stress is the ... more than present effective stress, it is called over-consolidated clay (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

In a consolidated drained test on a normally consolidated clay, the volume of the soil sample during shear (A) Decreases (B) Increases (C) Remains unchanged (D) First increases and then decreases

Description : In a consolidated drained test on a normally consolidated clay, the volume of the soil sample during shear (A) Decreases (B) Increases (C) Remains unchanged (D) First increases and then decreases

Last Answer : (A) Decreases

The maximum value of effective stress in the past divided by the present value is defined as over consolidation ratio (OCR). The O.C.R. of an over consolidated clay is (A) Less than 1 (B) 1 (C) More than 1 (D) None of these

Description : The maximum value of effective stress in the past divided by the present value is defined as over consolidation ratio (OCR). The O.C.R. of an over consolidated clay is (A) Less than 1 (B) 1 (C) More than 1 (D) None of these

Last Answer : (C) More than 1

Which one of the following clays behaves like a dense sand? (A) Over-consolidated clay with a high over-consolidation ratio (B) Over-consolidated clay with a low over-consolidation ratio (C) Normally consolidated clay (D) Under-consolidated clay

Description : Which one of the following clays behaves like a dense sand? (A) Over-consolidated clay with a high over-consolidation ratio (B) Over-consolidated clay with a low over-consolidation ratio (C) Normally consolidated clay (D) Under-consolidated clay

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) The volume of underground water extracted by gravity drainage from a saturated soil, is known as yield (B) The ratio of volume drained to the total volume of material drained, is known as specific yield (C) The sum of specific yield and specific retention, is equal to porosity (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following:  (A) The volume of underground water extracted by gravity drainage from a saturated soil, is  known as yield  (B) The ratio of volume ... ) The sum of specific yield and specific retention, is equal to porosity  (D) All the above

Last Answer : (D) All the above

A stratum of clay 2 m thick will get consolidated 80% in 10 years. For the 80% consolidation of 8 m thick stratum of the same clay, the time required is (A) 100 years (B) 120 years (C) 140 years (D) 160 years

Description : A stratum of clay 2 m thick will get consolidated 80% in 10 years. For the 80% consolidation of 8 m thick stratum of the same clay, the time required is (A) 100 years (B) 120 years (C) 140 years (D) 160 years

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The ratio of the undrained strength in the undrained state to the undrained strength, at the same water content, in the remoulded state, is called the sensivity of the clay. Its value for quick clays is (A) 4 (B) 8 (C) 12 (D) 20

Description : The ratio of the undrained strength in the undrained state to the undrained strength, at the same water content, in the remoulded state, is called the sensivity of the clay. Its value for quick clays is (A) 4 (B) 8 (C) 12 (D) 20

Last Answer : (D) 20

direct shear test possesses the following disadvantage: (A) A relatively thin thickness of sample permits quick drainage (B) A relatively thin thickness of sample permits quick dissipation of pore pressure developed during the test (C) As the test progresses the area under shear, gradually changes (D) None of these

Description : direct shear test possesses the following disadvantage: (A) A relatively thin thickness of sample permits quick drainage (B) A relatively thin thickness of sample permits quick dissipation of pore pressure ... C) As the test progresses the area under shear, gradually changes (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

A structure is erected on an impervious clay whose thickness is 12 m. Drainage is possible both at upper and lower surfaces. Coefficient of consolidation is 0.015 cm2 per minute. For attaining 50% consolidation with a time factor 0.20, the number of days required (A) 3233 (B) 3123 (C) 33331 (D) 3313

Description : A structure is erected on an impervious clay whose thickness is 12 m. Drainage is possible both at upper and lower surfaces. Coefficient of consolidation is 0.015 cm2 per minute. For attaining 50% consolidation with a ... 20, the number of days required (A) 3233 (B) 3123 (C) 33331 (D) 3313

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Degree of consolidation is (A) Directly proportional to time and inversely proportional to drainage path (B) Directly proportional to time and inversely proportional to square of drainage path (C) Directly proportional to drainage path and inversely proportional to time (D) Directly proportional to square of drainage path and inversely proportional to time

Description : Degree of consolidation is (A) Directly proportional to time and inversely proportional to drainage path (B) Directly proportional to time and inversely proportional to square of drainage path (C ... to time (D) Directly proportional to square of drainage path and inversely proportional to time

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

If Cv is the coefficient of consolidation, is the time and is drainage path of one dimensional consolidation of soil, the time factor Tv, is given by (A) Tv = d²/Cv t (B) Tv = t²/d²Cv (C) Tv = Cv3 /d²t (D) Tv = Cv t/dt

Description : If Cv is the coefficient of consolidation, is the time and is drainage path of one dimensional consolidation of soil, the time factor Tv, is given by (A) Tv = d²/Cv t (B) Tv = t²/d²Cv (C) Tv = Cv3 /d²t (D) Tv = Cv t/dt

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

During consolidation process of clayey soils, indicate the sequence of occurrence of the following events in the order from first to last : 1. Load being taken up by the pore water 2. Load being taken up by the soil grains 3. Drainage of water from the pores of the soil (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 1 (c) 1, 3 and 2 (d) 2, 1 and 3

Description : During consolidation process of clayey soils, indicate the sequence of occurrence of the following events in the order from first to last : 1. Load being taken up by the pore water 2. Load being taken up by the soil grains 3. Drainage of ... 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 1 (c) 1, 3 and 2 (d) 2, 1 and 3

Last Answer : (c) 1, 3 and 2

For shear strength, triaxial shear test is suitable because (A) It can be performed under all three drainage conditions (B) Precise measurement of the pore pressure and volume change during the test is possible (C) Stress distribution on the failure plane, is uniform (D) All the above

Description : For shear strength, triaxial shear test is suitable because (A) It can be performed under all three drainage conditions (B) Precise measurement of the pore pressure and volume change during the test is possible (C) Stress distribution on the failure plane, is uniform (D) All the above

Last Answer : (D) All the above

A triaxial shear test is preferred to direct shear test, because (A) It can be performed under all three drainage conditions with complete control (B) Precise measurement of pore pressure and change in volume during test, is not possible (C) Stress distribution on the failure plane, is non uniform (D) None of these

Description : A triaxial shear test is preferred to direct shear test, because (A) It can be performed under all three drainage conditions with complete control (B) Precise measurement of pore pressure and change in ... possible (C) Stress distribution on the failure plane, is non uniform (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

In general, chest drainage tubes are not used for the patient undergoing a) Pneumonectomy Usually, no drains are used for the pneumonectomy patient because the accumulation of fluid in the empty hemithorax prevents mediastinal shift. b) Lobectomy With lobectomy, two chest tubes are usually inserted for drainage, the upper for air and the lower for fluid c) Wedge resection With wedge resection, the pleural cavity usually is drained because of the possibility of an air or blood leak d) Segmentectomy With segmentectomy, drains are usually used because of the possibility of an air or blood leak.

Description : In general, chest drainage tubes are not used for the patient undergoing a) Pneumonectomy Usually, no drains are used for the pneumonectomy patient because the accumulation of fluid in the empty ... With segmentectomy, drains are usually used because of the possibility of an air or blood leak.

Last Answer : a) Pneumonectomy Usually, no drains are used for the pneumonectomy patient because the accumulation of fluid in the empty hemithorax prevents mediastinal shift.

Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) The property of a soil that enables it to become stiff in a relatively short time on standing is called thixotropy (B) The ratio of shear strength in natural state to the remoulded shear strength under undrained conditions is called degree of sensitivity (C) The difference between the undisturbed shear strength and remoulded shear strength is known remoulding loss (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) The property of a soil that enables it to become stiff in a relatively short time on standing is called thixotropy (B) The ratio ... the undisturbed shear strength and remoulded shear strength is known remoulding loss (D) All the above

Last Answer : (D) All the above

Percussion drilling is unsuitable in (A) Unconsolidated sand (B) Unconsolidated gravel (C) Quick sand (D) Consolidated rocks

Description : Percussion drilling is unsuitable in  (A) Unconsolidated sand  (B) Unconsolidated gravel  (C) Quick sand  (D) Consolidated rocks 

Last Answer : (D) Consolidated rocks 

The vane shear test is used for the in-situ determination of the undrained strength of the intact fully saturated (A) Sands (B) Clays (C) Gravels (D) Highly organic soils

Description : The vane shear test is used for the in-situ determination of the undrained strength of the intact fully saturated (A) Sands (B) Clays (C) Gravels (D) Highly organic soils

Last Answer : (B) Clays

Coefficient of compressibility is (A) Constant for any type of soil (B) Different for different types of soils and also different for a soil under different states of consolidation (C) Different for different types of soils but same for a soil under different states of consolidation (D) Independent of type of soil but depends on the stress history of soil

Description : Coefficient of compressibility is (A) Constant for any type of soil (B) Different for different types of soils and also different for a soil under different states of consolidation (C) Different for ... of consolidation (D) Independent of type of soil but depends on the stress history of soil

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Terzaghi's theory of one dimensional consolidation assumes (A) Load is applied in one direction (B) Coefficient of permeability is constant (C) Excess pore water drains out only in the vertical direction (D) All the above

Description : Terzaghi's theory of one dimensional consolidation assumes (A) Load is applied in one direction (B) Coefficient of permeability is constant (C) Excess pore water drains out only in the vertical direction (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Select the incorrect statement. (A) In a direct shear box test, the plane of shear failure is predetermined (B) Better control is achieved on the drainage of the soil in a triaxial compression test (C) Stress distribution on the failure plane in the case of triaxial compression test is uniform (D) Unconfined compression test can be carried out on all types of soils

Description : Select the incorrect statement. (A) In a direct shear box test, the plane of shear failure is predetermined (B) Better control is achieved on the drainage of the soil in a triaxial compression ... compression test is uniform (D) Unconfined compression test can be carried out on all types of soils

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Consider the following statements: 1. Consolidation time increase with increasing compressibility 2. Consolidation time decreases with increasing permeability. 3. Consolidation time is dependent on the magnitude of stress increase. Which of these statements are correct? (a) 1, 2 & 3 (b) 1 & 2 only (c) 2 & 3 only (d) 1 & 3 only

Description : Consider the following statements: 1. Consolidation time increase with increasing compressibility 2. Consolidation time decreases with increasing permeability. 3. Consolidation time is dependent on the magnitude of stress increase. Which of these ... (b) 1 & 2 only (c) 2 & 3 only (d) 1 & 3 only

Last Answer : (b) 1 & 2 only

A normally consolidated clay settled 10 mm when effective stress was increased from 100 kN/m² to 200 kN/m². If the effective stress is further increased from 200 kN/m² to 400 kN/m², then the settlement of the same clay is (A) 10 mm (B) 20 mm (C) 40 mm (D) None of the above

Description : A normally consolidated clay settled 10 mm when effective stress was increased from 100 kN/m² to 200 kN/m². If the effective stress is further increased from 200 kN/m² to 400 kN/m², then the settlement of the same clay is (A) 10 mm (B) 20 mm (C) 40 mm (D) None of the above

Last Answer : (A) 10 mm

For a loose sand sample and a dense sand sample consolidated to the same effective stress (A) Ultimate strength is same and also peak strength is same (B) Ultimate strength is different but peak strength is same (C) Ultimate strength is same but peak strength of dense sand is greater than that of loose sand (D) Ultimate strength is same but peak

Description : For a loose sand sample and a dense sand sample consolidated to the same effective stress (A) Ultimate strength is same and also peak strength is same (B) Ultimate strength is different but peak strength ... of dense sand is greater than that of loose sand (D) Ultimate strength is same but peak

Last Answer : (C) Ultimate strength is same but peak strength of dense sand is greater than that of loose sand

For drainage pipes in buildings the test applied before putting them to use, is A. Water test B. Smoke test C. Straightness test D. All the above

Description : For drainage pipes in buildings the test applied before putting them to use, is A. Water test B. Smoke test C. Straightness test D. All the above

Last Answer : ANS: B

The shear strength in plastic undrained clay, is due to (A) Inter-granular friction (B) Internal friction (C) Cohesion (D) None of these

Description : The shear strength in plastic undrained clay, is due to (A) Inter-granular friction (B) Internal friction (C) Cohesion (D) None of these

Last Answer : (C) Cohesion

Within the consolidation process of a saturated clay (A) A gradual increase in neutral pressure and a gradual decrease in effective pressure take place and sum of the two is constant (B) A gradual decrease in neutral pressure and a gradual increase in effective pressure take place and sum of the two is constant (C) Both neutral pressure and effective pressure decrease (D) Both neutral pressure and effective pressure increase

Description : Within the consolidation process of a saturated clay (A) A gradual increase in neutral pressure and a gradual decrease in effective pressure take place and sum of the two is ... Both neutral pressure and effective pressure decrease (D) Both neutral pressure and effective pressure increase

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

A soil not fully consolidated under the existing over-burden pressure, is called (A) Pre-consolidated (B) Normally consolidated (C) Over-consolidated (D) None of these

Description : A soil not fully consolidated under the existing over-burden pressure, is called (A) Pre-consolidated (B) Normally consolidated (C) Over-consolidated (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Mark the correct option a) No subsequent withdrawal is allowed in SCSS account before expiry of 5 years b) Premature closer is permitted after expiry on one year c) A deduction will be made 1.5% of the deposit in case account close before expiry of 2 year and 1% after expiry of 2 years. d) All the above

Description : Mark the correct option a) No subsequent withdrawal is allowed in SCSS account before expiry of 5 years b) Premature closer is permitted after expiry on one year c) A deduction will be made 1.5% of the ... case account close before expiry of 2 year and 1% after expiry of 2 years. d) All the above

Last Answer : d) All the above

Mark the correct option a) No subsequent deposit allowed less than Rs 5 in saving account b) No withdrawal is allowed less than Rs 5 c) No withdrawal shall be permitted which has the effect reducing the balance to less than fifty in single account and less than 500 in cheque account d) All the above

Description : Mark the correct option a) No subsequent deposit allowed less than Rs 5 in saving account b) No withdrawal is allowed less than Rs 5 c) No withdrawal shall be permitted which has the effect reducing the ... to less than fifty in single account and less than 500 in cheque account d) All the above

Last Answer : d) All the above

Zero permeability/permittivity implies which state? a) No ions are allowed in the medium b) No current is generated in the medium c) No magnetic or electric energy is permitted in the medium d) No resistivity

Description : Zero permeability/permittivity implies which state? a) No ions are allowed in the medium b) No current is generated in the medium c) No magnetic or electric energy is permitted in the medium d) No resistivity

Last Answer : c) No magnetic or electric energy is permitted in the medium

According to school authorities Options: A) Children should be allowed complete freedom of choice in viewing TV B) Community leaders have a responsibility for influencing television standards C) All TV programmes have a dangerous effect upon young children D) Children should never be permitted to choose the TV programmes they view

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Last Answer : B) Community leaders have a responsibility for influencing television standards 

The uplift pressure on a dam can be controlled by (i) Constructing cut-off under upstream face (ii) Constructing drainage channels between the dam and its foundation (iii) By pressure grouting in foundation The correct answer is (A) Only (i) (B) Both (i) and (ii) (C) Both (i) and (iii) (D) (i), (ii) and (iii)

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Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Mark the incorrect option a) To joining educational institution by Govt servants outside normal office hours should be take prior permission before joining educational institutions or courses of studies for universities degree b) Participation in Shramadan organized by govt department or the Bharath sevak samaj can be permitted c) Participation in shramadan or bharat sevak samaj such activity does not interfere with the performance of this official duties d) None of these

Description : Mark the incorrect option a) To joining educational institution by Govt servants outside normal office hours should be take prior permission before joining educational institutions or courses of studies ... activity does not interfere with the performance of this official duties d) None of these

Last Answer : d) None of these

The reaction A (l) → R(g) is allowed to reach equilibrium conditions in an autoclave. At equilibrium, there are two phases, one a pure liquid phase of A and the other a vapor phase of A, R and S. Initially A alone is present. The numbers of degrees of freedom are: (A) 1 (B) 2 (C) 3 (D) 0

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Last Answer : (B) 2

For the irreversible reaction, Ca+ 2C = Ca C2, Δ H°298 = - 60000 J . mole-1. If a system initially containing 2 moles of calcium, 3 moles of carbon and 1 mole of calcium carbide is allowed to react to completion, the heat evolved at 298 K will be (A) 30,000 J (B) 60,000 J (C) 90,000 J (D) 2,40,000 J

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Last Answer : (C) 90,000 J

The steepest gradient permitted on roads which, in ordinary conditions, does not exceed, is known (A) Ruling gradient (B) Maximum gradient (C) Exceptional gradient (D) Floating gradient

Description : The steepest gradient permitted on roads which, in ordinary conditions, does not exceed, is known (A) Ruling gradient (B) Maximum gradient (C) Exceptional gradient (D) Floating gradient

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

The compression resulting from a long term static load and consequent escape of pore water, is known as (A) Compaction (B) Consolidation (C) Swelling (D) None of these

Description : The compression resulting from a long term static load and consequent escape of pore water, is known as (A) Compaction (B) Consolidation (C) Swelling (D) None of these

Last Answer : (B) Consolidation

The ratio of settlement at any time 't' to the final settlement, is known as (A) Co-efficient of consolidation (B) Degree of consolidation (C) Consolidation index (D) Consolidation of undisturbed soil

Description : The ratio of settlement at any time 't' to the final settlement, is known as (A) Co-efficient of consolidation (B) Degree of consolidation (C) Consolidation index (D) Consolidation of undisturbed soil

Last Answer : (B) Degree of consolidation

The neurohormonal arm of the stress response is well defined. Less is known about the inflammatory arm mediated primarily by cytokines. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning this arm of the surgical stress response? a. Cytokines primarily work locally via direct cell-to-cell communication b. Cytokines are never detectable in the systemic bloodstream c. Cytokines are produced only by immune cells attracted to the site of injury d. Cytokine release may stimulate the release of other cytokines leading to an important cascade of events

Description : The neurohormonal arm of the stress response is well defined. Less is known about the inflammatory arm mediated primarily by cytokines. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true ... Cytokine release may stimulate the release of other cytokines leading to an important cascade of events

Last Answer : Answer: a, d Cytokines, which are produced at the site of injury by endothelial cells and by diverse immune cells throughout the body, also occupy a pivotal position in the stress response ... act as hormones and spill over into the systemic circulation and become detectable in the bloodstream

Which of the following devices is designed specifically to support and immobilize a body part in a desired position? a) Splint A splint may be applied to a fractured extremity initially until swelling subsides.

Description : Which of the following devices is designed specifically to support and immobilize a body part in a desired position? a) Splint A splint may be applied to a fractured extremity initially until swelling ... d) Trapeze A trapeze is an overhead patient-helping device to promote patient mobility in bed.

Last Answer : a) Splint A splint may be applied to a fractured extremity initially until swelling subsides.

Pick up the correct statement from the following regarding the pressure conduits: (A) Pressure conduits are permitted to run ¾th full (B) Pressure conduits are always laid along down grades (C) The hydraulic gradient line always coincides the invert of the conduit (D) None of these

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following regarding the pressure conduits:  (A) Pressure conduits are permitted to run ¾th full  (B) Pressure conduits are always laid along down grades  ... ) The hydraulic gradient line always coincides the invert of the conduit  (D) None of these

Last Answer : (D) None of these

The region of the cross-section of a column in which compressive load may be applied without producing any tensile stress, is known as the core of the cross-section. In circular columns the radius of the core, is (A) One-half of the radius (B) One-third of the radius (C) One-quarter of the radius (D) One-fifth of the radius

Description : The region of the cross-section of a column in which compressive load may be applied without producing any tensile stress, is known as the core of the cross-section. In circular columns the radius of the core, ... One-third of the radius (C) One-quarter of the radius (D) One-fifth of the radius

Last Answer : (C) One-quarter of the radius

Consider the following statements: 1. Mathematically speaking, the time taken for 100% consolidation is infinite. 2. The time factor for a particular average degree of consolidation depends upon the distribution of initial excess hydrostatic pressure. 3. Secondary consolidation obeys Terzaghi’s one-dimensional theory of consolidation. Which of these statements are correct? (a) 1, 2 & 3 (b) 1 & 2 only (c) 2 & 3 only (d) 1 & 3 only

Description : Consider the following statements: 1. Mathematically speaking, the time taken for 100% consolidation is infinite. 2. The time factor for a particular average degree of consolidation depends upon the distribution of initial excess hydrostatic ... 3 (b) 1 & 2 only (c) 2 & 3 only (d) 1 & 3 only

Last Answer : (b) 1 & 2 only