SITUATION 2:The plastic limit and liquid limit of a soilsample are 20.1% and 40%respectively.4. Compute the plasticity index.а. 28.1%с. 60.1%5. If the in-situ water content is 30%,compute the liquidity index.а. 36.5%C. 49.7%b. 19.9%d. 15.6%b. 32.1%d. 56.1%

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The plastic limit and liquid limit of a soil sample are respectively. 4. Compute the plasticity index. a. 28.1% G. 60.1% 20.1% and 40% b. 19.9% d. 15.6% C.