# 3) A sand soll sample is subjected to a direct shear test under a normal load of 185 kPa. The specimen failed when the shear stress reached 100 kPa. If the normal load is increased to 240 kPa, what will be the shear strength of the specimen?

# 3) A sand soll sample is subjected to a direct shear test under a normal load of 185 kPa. The specimen failed when the shear stress reached 100 kPa. If the normal load is increased to 240 kPa, what will be the shear strength of the specimen?

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter10: Shear Strength Of Soil

Section: Chapter Questions

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The term shear strength is often associated with the soil. Shear strength is defined as the resistance to the deformation of soil particles due to the continuous action of shear stress. In short, shear strength is the maximum shear stress that a soil can sustain.

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# 3) A sand soll sample is subjected to a direct shear test under a normal load of 185 kPa. The specimen
failed when the shear stress reached 100 kPa. If the normal load is increased to 240 kPa, what will be the
shear strength of the specimen?

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