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Geological Engineering · Q24

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 24

Q24

What is the typical recovery ratio for an undisturbed soil sample?

A.
100-120%
B.
10-20%
C.
50-70%
D.
90-100%
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
An ideal recovery ratio is near 100%, indicating an undisturbed sample is nearly the same length as the sampler's penetration, maintaining its structure.