Question

Q.1) two soil samples A and B are mixed with each other such that after mixing the volume is 1.5m3. determine void ratio of the resultant soil

Answer 1

Answer:

Following data are given for two soil samples A and B :

Sample A : Void ratio = 1, total volume = 1 m3

Sample B : Void ratio = 2, total volume = 1 m3.

The two samples are mixed and compacted in a mould to a volume of 1 m3. Which one of the following figures correctly indicates the porosity of the compacted soil ?

[A].

17% @

[B]. 54%

[C]. 60%

[D]. 83%