UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Engineering

Q1:

Which one of the following tests can be carried out at the construction site to determine the dynamic elastic properties of soil ?

A Block vibration test

B Dutch cone penetration test

C Standard penetration test

D Vane shear test

ANS:D - Vane shear test

Vane shear test is used to measure the shear strength of clay.

Answer D is wrong, answer A is correct.