A cohesive soil yields a maximum dry density of $$18kN/m^3$$ during a standard proctor compaction test. If the specific gravity is 2.65, what would be its void ratio? (Adopt unit of water as $$10kKN/m^3$$)
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A cohesive soil yields a maximum dry density of $$18kN/m^3$$ during a standard proctor compaction test. If the specific gravity is 2.65, what would be its void ratio? (Adopt unit of water as $$10kKN/m^3$$)
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