The side slope of formation in embankment /cutting depends on a) Shearing strength of soil and its angle of repose* b) Angle of repose c) Bearing capacity of the soil d) Optimum moisture content of the soil

The side slope of formation in embankment /cutting depends on
a) Shearing strength of soil and its angle of repose*
b) Angle of repose
c) Bearing capacity of the soil  
d) Optimum moisture content of the soil
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a) Shearing strength of soil and its angle of repose*
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