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1.1.2 - Square root of time method

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of the Square root of time method?

💡 Hint: Think about its role in determining soil behavior over time.

Question 2

Easy

What type of scale is used in plotting dial readings?

💡 Hint: Consider why a logarithmic scale might be useful in this context.

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Question 1

What does the Square root of time method help determine?

  • Coefficient of tech
  • Coefficient of consolidation (Cv)
  • Coefficient of compressibility

💡 Hint: Focus on the method's primary function in soil mechanics.

Question 2

True or False: The Square root of time method requires that time at point Q be four times that at point P.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the specific time ratio used in this method.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A soil sample shows dial readings of 5mm at point P and 9mm at point Q. If time ratio is maintained, calculate the new dial reading at point R located above P.

💡 Hint: Use basic arithmetic to find the position of R related to P.

Question 2

How would you expect the consolidation curve to change if the soil encountered significantly higher stress than previously tested?

💡 Hint: Think about how increased pressure affects soil behavior and consolidation.

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