Compute the settlement due to an additional stress

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The consolidation curve of Fig. Ex. 8.9 is typical of a compressible layer 5 m thick. If the existing overburden pressure is 50 kPa, compute the settlement due to an additional stress of 150 kPa added by a structure.

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