Refer to the soil profile shown in Figure 10.28. Assume the cone penetration resistance, qc, at A as determined by an electric friction-cone penetrometer is 0.6 MN/m2. a. Determine the undrained cohesion, cu. b. Find the over consolidation ratio, OCR

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Refer to the soil profile shown in Figure 10.28. Assume the cone penetration resistance, qc, at A as determined by an electric friction-cone penetrometer is 0.6 MN/m2.

a. Determine the undrained cohesion, cu.

b. Find the over consolidation ratio, OCR

 

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