Which of the following soil material is most preferred for the central core material of zoned embankment type dam? Options: A . &nbspHighly impervious clay B . &nbspSands or silty clays C . &nbspCoarse sands D . &nbspGravels

Which of the following soil material is most preferred for the central core mate

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Which of the following soil material is most preferred for the central core material of zoned embankment type dam?

Options:

A . Highly impervious clay

B . Sands or silty clays

C . Coarse sands

D . Gravels

Answer: Option B
Answer: (b).Sands or silty clays

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