Multiple choice

A clay soil sample is tested in triaxial apparatus in consolidated-drained conditions at a cell pressure of 100 kN/m2. What will be the pore water pressure at a deviator stress of 40 kN/m2?

  1. 0 kN/m2

  2. 20 kN/m2

  3. 40 kN/m2

  4. 60 kN/m2

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B Correct answer
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