Practice Unconfined Compression and CBR Tests - 1.6 | 19. Cement Stabilization | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What does an unconfined compression test measure?

💡 Hint: Think about what 'unconfined' refers to in this context.

Question 2

Easy

What is a typical percentage of cement required for stabilization?

💡 Hint: Consider common practices in soil stabilization.

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Question 1

What is measured in an unconfined compression test?

  • Tensile Strength
  • Compressive Strength
  • Shear Strength

💡 Hint: Focus on how the material is subjected to force.

Question 2

True or False: A CBR value of 20% is considered poor.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Compare the value to acceptable thresholds.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a soil sample with an unconfined compression strength of 80psi. If the target gain is 100 psi, how might you adjust cement percentages?

💡 Hint: Think about the necessary adjustments.

Question 2

A contractor reports a CBR test result of only 12%. What recommendations would you provide to improve this soil for roadwork?

💡 Hint: Consider soil improvement techniques discussed.

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