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Geological Engineering · Q48

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 48

Q48

Which soil property influences slope failure the most?

A.
Permeability
B.
Dry density
C.
Shear strength
Answer
D.
Specific gravity

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Shear strength determines a soil's resistance to sliding or collapsing on slopes.Low shear strength can lead to slope instability or failure.