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Regarding materials, what relationship accurately describes 'shrinkage'?

Shrinkage refers to the reduction in volume that occurs when loose material is compacted. This is distinct from swell, which is the increase from bank to loose

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Question: Regarding materials, what relationship accurately describes 'shrinkage'?

Answer options:

  • The decrease in volume from bank to loose state.
  • The increase in volume from bank to loose state. ✅ The decrease in volume from loose to compacted state.
  • The increase in volume from compacted to loose state.

Correct answer: The decrease in volume from loose to compacted state.

Explanation: Shrinkage refers to the reduction in volume that occurs when loose material is compacted. This is distinct from swell, which is the increase from bank to loose state.

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