When examining road cuts, stream embankments, and/or building excavations, the information obtained about soils is:

When evaluating road cuts, stream embankments, and building excavations for insights into soil characteristics, the observations made can indeed be limited in scope. The specific conditions observed at these sites may not fully represent the surrounding area due to various factors such as weathering, compaction, and exposure to erosive elements. Consequently, while some details about the stratification and composition of the soil are revealed, the broader understanding of the soil's characteristics can be deemed insufficient or incomplete. Thus, the information obtained from such localized examinations should be considered not comprehensive, reflecting a more limited understanding of the soil’s properties in the wider context.