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The magnitude and direction of relative movements between the interior and exterior prisms of the conduits are dependent upon the ___________

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The magnitude and direction of relative movements between the interior and exterior prisms of the conduits are dependent upon the ___________

(a) Settlement ratio

(b) Projection ratio

(c) Settlement of conduits

(d) Compressive strain

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This question is from Load on Positive and Negative Projecting Conduits topic in chapter Shafts, Tunnels and Conduits of Geotechnical Engineering II

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The correct option is (a) Settlement ratio

Explanation: The magnitude and direction of relative movements are dependent upon the settlement ration rsd defined by the equation:

rsd = (sm + sg) – (sf + dc)/sm.

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