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21.1.1 - Limitations of Manual Sampling

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a main drawback of manual soil sampling?

💡 Hint: Think about the time and effort involved in collecting soil samples.

Question 2

Easy

Name one reason why human error is significant in manual soil sampling.

💡 Hint: Consider how errors might change test results.

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Question 1

What is one of the main limitations of manual sampling?

  • It's inexpensive
  • It's quick
  • It's labor-intensive
  • It's always accurate

💡 Hint: Consider how long it takes to collect samples by hand.

Question 2

True or False: Manual soil sampling is always accurate.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the potential for mistakes during sampling.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a scenario where a contractor is manually sampling soil for a foundation project, describe the potential consequences of human error in sampling. What could go wrong?

💡 Hint: Think about how the foundation's stability depends on accurate soil data.

Question 2

Analyze how the inconsistencies in manual sampling could lead to potential litigation in a construction project. What factors could contribute to this?

💡 Hint: Consider the legal implications of building on poorly analyzed soil.

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