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Which of the following statement(s) is/are 'INCORRECT'?

1. Clayey soil rich in montmorillonite exhibits very low swelling characteristics.

2. Larger N-value indicates the larger angle of friction in cohesionless soil.

3. Plate load test is a site test to determine the ultimate bearing capacity of cohesionless soil only

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1 only

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1 and 3

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2 only

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2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is B 1 and 3
Clayey soil rich in montmorillonite has high swelling potential.

Plate load test is conducted for clay as well as cohesionless soil.

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