Coarse grained soils, containing fines between 5-12%, are designated by ___________ Symbol.

Civil Engineering : Soil Mechanics - Quiz(MCQ)

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GW-GM and SP-SM

Both (A) and (B)

None of the above

Correct Answer : GW-GM and SP-SM

Explanation : If the percentage of fines lies between 5 to 12 %, coarse grained soils are designated by dual symbols GW-GM or SP-SM.

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