| Q.42 |  | |
| Ans | 1. Curve II —– Typical of dense sand or gravel or stiff clay, wherein general shear failure occurs. | |
| 2. Curve I —– Typical of dense sand or gravel or stiff clay, wherein general shear failure occurs. | ||
| 3. Curve I —– Typical of loose sand or soft clay, wherein local shear failure occurs. | ||
| 4. Curve II —- Typical of many c – φ soils which exhibit characteristics intermediate between a general shear failure and local shear failure. |
Correct Ans Provided: 2
