The following are the results of direct shear tests performed on two identical samples of the soil. In test one, the sample shears at a stress of 180kPa when the compressive normal stress is 208kPa. In test two, the sample shears at a stress 450kPa when the normal stress is 568kPa. Calculate the cohesion of soil. Select the correct response: 42 kPa 24 kPa 0 14 kPa

The following are the results of direct shear tests performed on two identical samples of the soil. In test one, the sample shears at a stress of 180kPa when the compressive normal stress is 208kPa. In test two, the sample shears at a stress 450kPa when the normal stress is 568kPa. Calculate the cohesion of soil. Select the correct response: 42 kPa 24 kPa 0 14 kPa

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305635180

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter10: Shear Strength Of Soil

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10.21P

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