Permeability tests were carried out on the samples collected from two different layers as shown in the figure (not drawn to the scale). The relevant horizontal (k,) and vertical (k,) coefficients of permeability are indicated for each layer. Ground level + k = 4.4x10° m/s 3m k, = 4x10 m/s Layer 1 %3D > Kn2 = 6x10 m/s 4m k2 = 5.5x10 m/s Layer 2 The ratio of the equivalent horizontal to vertical coefficients of permeability, is

Permeability tests were carried out on the samples collected from two different layers as shown in the figure (not drawn to the scale). The relevant horizontal (k,) and vertical (k,) coefficients of permeability are indicated for each layer. Ground level + k = 4.4x10° m/s 3m k, = 4x10 m/s Layer 1 %3D > Kn2 = 6x10 m/s 4m k2 = 5.5x10 m/s Layer 2 The ratio of the equivalent horizontal to vertical coefficients of permeability, is

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