Question

4. In the method of measurement of earthwork in filling in foundation trench, the filling shall be measured and of deduction will be made for settlement to arrive at the net quantities, in the case where quantity is measured in loose stacks or in carts or lorries. Fill in the blank choosing the correct answer from the options given below : (1) 10% (2) 5% (3) 25% (4) 45%​

Answer 1

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Detailed Solution

Whenever it is not possible or convenient to make measurements from cutting, the filling shall be measured and deduction for shrinkage or voids (Settlement allowances) shall be made from actual measured cubic contents depending on the nature of the soil and the method of consolidation.