Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering

Q1: For testing a saturated clay for shear strength, the test recommended, is

A direct shear test

B triaxial compression test

C unconfined compression test

D all the above.

ANS:C - unconfined compression test

When triaxial test is done without confining pressure it is known as unconfined compression test.

This test is suitable only for fully saturated clay.



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