When the high value of σϴ in the vicinity of the walls of a shaft ex – McqOptions

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1.	When the high value of σϴ in the vicinity of the walls of a shaft exceeds the compressive strength it results in __________
A.	Plastic flow of soil
B.	Non uniform stress distribution
C.	Increase fluid pressure
D.	All of the mentioned
Answer» B. Non uniform stress distribution

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