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Consider the following statements.
I. An isobar is a curve which joins points of zero vertical stress.
II. The westergard analysis is used for sandy soils.
III. Newmark's influence chart can be used for the determination of vertical stress under any shape of loaded area.
Which of the above statement is/are incorrect ?
Consider the following statements.
I. An isobar is a curve which joins points of zero vertical stress.
II. The westergard analysis is used for sandy soils.
III. Newmark's influence chart can be used for the determination of vertical stress under any shape of loaded area.
Which of the above statement is/are incorrect ?
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The correct option is A I and II
Isobar is a curve joining points in soil which experience equal stress intensity due to the application of load on the soil.
Westergard analysis is used for layered soil.
E.g., varved clay
Isobar is a curve joining points in soil which experience equal stress intensity due to the application of load on the soil.
Westergard analysis is used for layered soil.
E.g., varved clay
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