It is known that the natural soil at a construction site has a void ratio of 0.92.

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It is known that the natural soil at a construction site has a void ratio of 0.92. At the end of compaction, the in-place void ratio was found to be 0.65. If the moisture content remains unchanged, then determine:
a. Percent decrease in the total volume of the soil due to compaction
b. Percent increase in the field unit weight
c. Percent change in the degree of saturation
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