Question

If the specimen height H is 24mm and height of solids Hs is 13.45mm, then find the voids ratio.

(a) 0.786

(b) 0.432

(c) 2

(d) 34

This question was addressed to me during an interview.

My question comes from Consolidation Problems topic in section One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

Answer 1

Correct choice is (a) 0.786

The best I can explain: Given,

H=24mm

Hs  =13.45mm

\(e=\frac{H-H_s}{H_s}\)

\(e=\frac{24-13.45}{13.45}\)

e=0.786.