Settlement in Soils Is Mainly Caused by

question 4

Multiple Choice

Settlement in soils is mainly caused by

• A) A chemical reaction between the soil particles
• B) An upward expansion of soil due to heating
• C) A downward compression of soil due to loading
• D) A lateral sliding of soil due to freezing
• E) A swelling of soil due to water pressure

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