For a loose sand sample and a dense sand sample consolidated to the same effective stress

A ultimate strength is same and also peak strength is same
B ultimate strength is different but peak strength is same
C ultimate strength is same but peak strength of dense sand is greater than that of loose sand
D ultimate strength is same but peak

Correct Answer: ultimate strength is same but peak strength of dense sand is greater than that of loose sand

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#Civil Engineering #Soil Mechanics And Foundation

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