Question

Match List-I (Effect) with List-II (Reason) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists :

List-I

A. Excessive settlement
B. High expansivity
C. Reduction of bearing capacity
D. Acceleration of consolidation
List-II

Codes :

A B C D

• A. 4 1 2 3
• B. 2 3 4 1
• C. 4 1 3 2
• D. 2 3 1 4

Answer 1

The correct option is D 2 3 1 4

• Sand drains reduce the length of drainage path resulting in acceleration of consolidation.
• High compressibility leads to excessive settlement.
• Rise of water table reduces the bearing capacity of soil.
• High volume change (expansivity and shrinkage) in clay is due to Montmorillonite.