A sample of moist clay is found to have a moisture content of 400% and degree of saturation of 85%. The specific gravity of the soil solids is 2.76. Determine the void ratio of the soil.

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A sample of moist clay is found to have a moisture content of 400% and degree of saturation of 85%. The specific gravity of the soil solids is 2.76.

Determine the void ratio of the soil.

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Determine the void ratio of the soil.
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