Computer · Geotechnical Engineering
In plate load tests on soils, Curve I exhibits a distinct peak and clear failure point. Select the correctly matched description for Curve I.
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- 1Curve I - Typical of loose sand or soft clay, wherein local shear failure occurs.
- 2Curve II - Typical of c-φ soils which exhibit intermediate characteristics between general shear and local shear failure.
- 3Curve II - Typical of dense sand or gravel or stiff clay, wherein general shear failure occurs.
- 4Curve I - Typical of dense sand or gravel or stiff clay, wherein general shear failure occurs.✓
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Curve I - Typical of dense sand or gravel or stiff clay, wherein general shear failure occurs.
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