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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does shear strength in soils refer to?
💡 Hint: Focus on the definition of shear strength.
Question 2
Easy
Name one component that contributes to shear strength.
💡 Hint: Think about the two factors mentioned in the lesson.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is shear strength?
- The weight of the soil
- The capacity to resist sliding
- The color of the soil
💡 Hint: Think about the definition provided.
Question 2
True or False: Shear strength only depends on cohesion.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Reflect on the various components of shear strength.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Analyze a slope failure case where a rainy season caused a landslide. Identify how cohesion and shear stress contributed to the event.
💡 Hint: Consider both the water content and the loading conditions.
Question 2
Design a small retaining wall to hold back soil, knowing the soil has a cohesion of 15 kPa and an angle of internal friction of 25 degrees. Calculate the maximum height of soil it can hold.
💡 Hint: Calculate the lateral earth pressures and apply suitable safety factors.
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