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The unconfined compressive strength test is most appropriate for:

A. Granular soils

B. Cohesive soils

C. Rock cores

D. Sandy gravels

E. 2

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Unconfined compressive strength (UCS) tests are ideal for cohesive soils like clay.These soils can stand without lateral support during testing.

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