Practice Question: Classification of Soil Sample

NCEES Civil PE Specification Materials: Soil Classification


Problem

A soil sample from a site has the following characteristics:
 

The soil has a sand-like appearance with traces of gravel. Using the USCS classification chart and the Plasticity Chart (ASTM D 2487, Section 3.7.2 of Reference Handbook), what is the dual symbol for the soil classification?

Assume the sample has greater than 12% fines. 

The liquid limit (LL) is 25%.

The plastic limit (PL) is 19%.

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