Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
In earthwork, shrinkage factor is important because excavated soil after compaction:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Occupies different volume than in natural bank
B
Always doubles in volume
C
Has no moisture change
D
Becomes pure sand
Correct Answer
A. Occupies different volume than in natural bank
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Bank, loose and compacted volumes differ due to bulking and compaction.
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This MCQ belongs to SSC JE Civil Paper-I Technical Mock Test Series. Full tests include timed attempts, rank comparison and subject-wise analysis.