Which of the following statements is true for saturated soil?
A. Effective stress = Total stress
B. Pore pressure = Effective stress
C. Total stress = Effective stress + Pore pressure
D. Total stress = Pore pressure - Effective stress
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Total stress = Effective stress + Pore water pressure.This relationship governs soil strength and settlement.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Soil Mechanics
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