For shear strength, triaxial shear test is suitable because______. - Soil Mechanics Quiz

Civil Engineering : Soil Mechanics - Quiz(MCQ)

For shear strength, triaxial shear test is suitable because______.

A)

stress distribution on the failure plane, is uniform

B)

it can be performed under all three drainage conditions

C)

precise measurement of the pore pressure and volume change during the test is possible

D)

All of the above

Correct Answer : All of the above

Explanation : * stress distribution on the failure plane, is uniform
* it can be performed under all three drainage conditions
* precise measurement of the pore pressure and volume change during the test is possible
* state of stress within the specimen during any stage of the test as well as at failure, is completely determined

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