Question #127868

In the standard proctor test, the number of layers of soil used for compaction is:


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Explanation:
In the Standard Proctor Test (used to determine the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density of soil), the soil is compacted in a mould in 5 equal layers. Each layer is compacted by 25 blows of a standard rammer. This procedure ensures uniform compaction and helps in accurately determining the soil’s compaction characteristics.

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