9. The degree of compaction of a type of sand in the field is 93.5%. considering Yd max =16.98 kN/m3 and Yd min = 14.46 kN/m3, what is the field dry specific gravity and relative compaction compactness?

9. The degree of compaction of a type of sand in the field is 93.5%. considering Yd max =16.98 kN/m3 and Yd min = 14.46 kN/m3, what is the field dry specific gravity and relative compaction compactness?

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