A stratum of clay 2 m thick will get consolidated 80% in 10 years. For the 80% consolidation of 8 m thick stratum of the same clay, the time required is
Options
A. 100 years
B. 120 years
C. 140 years
D. 160 years
E. 180 years.
Correct Answer
160 years
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