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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is the primary purpose of the direct shear test?
💡 Hint: Think about what properties are measured during the test.
Question 2
Easy
What are the two types of stress measured in the direct shear test?
💡 Hint: Consider the directions of forces applied to the soil.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does the direct shear test measure?
- Friction angle
- Compressibility
- Permeability
💡 Hint: Recall the main purpose of the test.
Question 2
True or False: The shear box used in the direct shear test is a solid, non-movable container.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about how the test is conducted.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Calculate the shear stress if the normal stress is 120 kPa and the friction angle is 30 degrees. Use the equation: Shear stress = Normal stress * tan(friction angle).
💡 Hint: Know how to use the tangent function for angles.
Question 2
Given a scenario where a sand sample with a stated friction angle of 28 degrees is to be used for a foundation. Discuss implications of the results for the design specifications of a multi-story building.
💡 Hint: Think about engineering safety standards and how they relate to soil behavior.
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