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Which of the following shear test is developed based on drainage conditions?

(a) Quick test and Consolidated un drained test

(b) Direct shear test

(c) None of the mentioned

(d) All of the mentioned

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The correct answer is (a) Quick test and Consolidated un drained test

To explain I would say: Depending upon drainage conditions, three types of shear tests have been developed:

i) Un-drained test or quick test

ii) Consolidated un-drained test

iii) Drained test.

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