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The coefficient of consolidation can be determined by comparing characteristics of _______

(a) time factor Tv and degree of consolidation U

(b) degree of consolidation U and pore pressure u

(c) pore pressure u and effective pressure σ’

(d) effective pressure σ’ and total pressure σ

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The question is from Determination of Coefficient of Consolidation topic in portion One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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Correct option is (a) time factor Tv and degree of consolidation U

To elaborate: The coefficient of consolidation can be determined by comparing characteristics of the theoretical relationship between time factor Tv and degree of consolidation U to the relationship between the elapsed time and degree of consolidation of specimen as obtained in the laboratory.

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