A coarse-grained soil has a voids ratio 0.75, and specific gravity as 2.75. The

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A coarse-grained soil has a voids ratio 0.75, and specific gravity as 2.75. The critical gradient at which quick sand condition occurs, is
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A. 0.25
B. 0.50
C. 0.75
D. 1.00

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1.00

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