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The use of square root of fitting method was suggested by ________

(a) Terzaghi

(b) Taylor

(c) Darcy

(d) Skempton

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The doubt is from Determination of Coefficient of Consolidation in division One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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The correct option is (b) Taylor

Explanation: The use of square root of fitting method was suggested by Taylor in 1948. Darcy did his research in the permeability of soils. Skempton is Known for his pore pressure coefficients A and B.

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