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Compaction Problems

The document summarizes the results of a standard Proctor test conducted on a soil sample. The test measured the dry unit weight and moisture content at different volumes and weights. The maximum dry unit weight was determined to be 108.9 lb/ft3 and the optimum moisture content was determined to be 16%. A second section analyzed particle size distribution data for a backfill material and determined its suitability number was 6.1, rating it as "poor".

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Compaction Problems

The document summarizes the results of a standard Proctor test conducted on a soil sample. The test measured the dry unit weight and moisture content at different volumes and weights. The maximum dry unit weight was determined to be 108.9 lb/ft3 and the optimum moisture content was determined to be 16%. A second section analyzed particle size distribution data for a backfill material and determined its suitability number was 6.1, rating it as "poor".

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The laboratory test results of a standard Proctor test are given in the following table.

Volume of Weight of moist Moisture Moist Unit Dry Unit


mold (ft3) soil in mold (lb) content, w (%) Weight (lb/ft3) Weight (lb/ft3)
1/30 3.78 10
1/30 4.01 12
1/30 4.14 14
1/30 4.12 16
1/30 4.01 18
1/30 3.90 20
1. Complete the details on the table. (2 points)
2. Determine the maximum dry unit weight of compaction.
a. 97.5
b. 103.1
c. 108.9
d. 109.8
e. None of the above
3. Compute for the optimum moisture content.
a. 14
b. 16
c. 18
d. 20
e. None of the above

Following are the details for the backfill material used in a vibroflotation project:

D20 = 0.52 mm
D50 = 1.42 mm
D10 = 0.36 mm

1. Determine the suitability number SN.


a. 4.4
b. 6.1
c. 7.5
d. 8.9
e. None of the above

2. Judge which rating would be suitable for the backfill material?


a. Unsuitable
b. Poor
c. Fair
d. Good
e. Excellent

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