A 2-m clay layer in the field has a current effective stress, σ'0 = 70 kN/m2. There is a net stress increase, ?σ 180 kN/m2, due to a foundation load. Calculate the expected primary consolidation settlement. The results of a consolidation test on the clay are given below.
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