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Geological Engineering · Q96

Site Investigation and Geotechnical Exploration

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 96

Q96

What is a trial pit used for?

A.
Load testing
B.
Installing piles
C.
Visual inspection of shallow strata
Answer
D.
Monitoring groundwater

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A trial pit or test pit is a shallow excavation made to visually examine soil layers, often used in small-scale or preliminary investigations.