Which type of boring method is suitable for soft cohesive soils?
A. Rotary drilling
B. Auger boring
C. Percussion drilling
D. Diamond core drilling
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Auger boring is economical and suitable for soft cohesive soils such as clays, allowing sample recovery without water circulation.Related Questions on Site Investigation and Geotechnical Exploration
What is the primary objective of site investigation in geotechnical engineering?
A. Cost estimation
B. Material procurement
C. Determination of soil and rock properties
D. Project scheduling
Which of the following is a non-invasive geophysical method?
A. Cone penetration test
B. Standard penetration test
C. Electrical resistivity method
D. Test pit excavation
The standard penetration test (SPT) measures:
A. Soil shear strength
B. Soil permeability
C. Soil density
D. Soil resistance to penetration
What does a borehole log provide?
A. List of equipment used
B. Weather data
C. Subsurface profile and material description
D. Project cost

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