A clay layer, 5 m thick undergoes 50% consolidation in 5 years when subjected to an average pressure increase of 50 kN/m2. If the clay layer were 10 m thick, in what period would it undergo 50% consolidation for the same pressure ?-A-10 yearsB-2.5 yearsC-25 yearsD-20 years-D-20 years

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The correct option is  D 20 years RELATION. T = Ct/d^2 t is proportional to d^2. so, t2=t1(d2/d1)^2. t2= 5(10/5)^2. t2=5x4=20 years.

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Q1: A clay layer, 5 m thick undergoes 50% consolidation in 5 years when subjected to an average pressure increase of 50 kN/m2. If the clay layer were 10 m thick, in what period would it undergo 50% consolidation for the same pressure ?

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