Q4-B) A clay stratum 5 m thick has the initial void ration of 1.50 and an effective overburden pressure of 120 kN/m2. When the sample is subjected to an increase of pressure of 120 kN/m², the void ratio reduces to 1.44. Determine the coefficient of volume change, m, and the final settlement of the stratum. (15 marks)

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Q4-B) A clay stratum 5 m thick has the initial void ration of 1.50 and an effective
overburden pressure of 120 kN/m². When the sample is subjected to an
increase of pressure of 120 kN/m², the void ratio reduces to 1.44. Determine
the coefficient of volume change, m, and the final settlement of the stratum.
(15 marks)
Transcribed Image Text:Q4-B) A clay stratum 5 m thick has the initial void ration of 1.50 and an effective overburden pressure of 120 kN/m². When the sample is subjected to an increase of pressure of 120 kN/m², the void ratio reduces to 1.44. Determine the coefficient of volume change, m, and the final settlement of the stratum. (15 marks)
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