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In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, soil is restrained against lateral deformation.

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In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, soil is restrained against lateral deformation.

(a) True

(b) False

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My doubt stems from Terzaghi’s Theory of One Dimensional Consolidation topic in division One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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The correct option is (a) True

The explanation is: In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, load is applied in one direction only and so the deformation occurs in one direction only. Therefore, as an assumption, the soil is restrained against lateral deformation.

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