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Why is exceeding specified lift thickness during structural fill compaction a fundamental execution error?

Choices

  • (A) Compaction never affects fills
  • (B) Compactor energy cannot densify thick loose lifts so density tests fail in the core
  • (C) Thick lifts always self-consolidate uniformly
  • (D) Field tests are cosmetic only

Correct answer: (B)

Compactor energy cannot densify thick loose lifts so density tests fail in the core

Explanation

Thin lifts allow systematic proof rolling per layer.

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