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Geological Engineering · Q38

Site Investigation and Geotechnical Exploration

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 38

Q38

Which method is commonly used for shallow soil investigation?

A.
Vane shear test
B.
Rotary drilling
C.
Test pits
Answer
D.
Pressuremeter

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Test pits are excavated to a depth of a few meters to visually inspect soil layers, collect samples, and perform field tests.