Question

Shrinking limit can be found out using alternate method, if __________

(a) The specific gravity of soil is known

(b) Dry volume of soil is known

(c) Water content in the soil is known

(d) Dry density of soil is known

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Answer 1

The correct choice is (a) The specific gravity of soil is known

Easiest explanation: Alternatively, shrinking limit can be found out if the specific gravity G of the soil grains is known.