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The theoretical concept of consolidation process was developed by _____________

(a) Terzaghi

(b) Taylor

(c) Skempton

(d) Darcy

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The question is from Terzaghi’s Theory of One Dimensional Consolidation topic in section One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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Right answer is (a) Terzaghi

The best I can explain: The theoretical concept of consolidation process was developed by in 1923. Skempton is known for Skempton’s A & B pore water pressure coefficients and also the bearing capacity of foundations.

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