Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
Preconsolidation pressure is maximum past effective pressure sustained by soil.
Soil MechanicsGeotechnical Engineering and FoundationMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
maximum past effective stress
B
current water content
C
surcharge at footing only
D
minimum void ratio
Correct Answer
A. maximum past effective stress
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