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Geological Engineering · Q29

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 29

Q29

Which factor most affects the reliability of soil sampling?

A.
Color of soil
B.
Season of sampling
C.
Type of sampler used
Answer
D.
Lab technician's skill

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The type of sampler (disturbed vs. undisturbed) critically affects sample quality.Undisturbed samples are essential for accurate strength and compressibility testing.