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A square foundation (BxB) as shown below. Assume y = 105 pcf, D = 4 ft, Q= 2000 lb , F.S = 3, 0 = 34° . Determine the size of the footing. Q y = 105 pcf O = 34° 4 ft ВХВ

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter16: Shallow Foundations-bearing Capacity

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Problem 16.8P

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Assume γ = 105 pcf, D= 4 ft,Q = 2000 lb , F.S = 3, Φ = 34° . Determine the size of the footing.

A square foundation (BxB) as shown below.
Assume y = 105 pcf, D = 4 ft, Q= 2000 lb , F.S = 3, 0 = 34° . Determine the size of the
footing.
y = 105 pcf
O = 34°
4 ft
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