6. The block shown in figure below is acted upon its weight W = 350kN, a horizontal force F = 900KN, and the pressure P exerted by the inclined plane. The resultant R of these forces is up and parallel to the incline thereby sliding the block up it. Determine pressure P. Hint: Take one axis parallel to the incline. * W = 350 kN R F = 900 kN 30deg P. 15deg

6. The block shown in figure below is acted upon its weight W = 350kN, a horizontal force F = 900KN, and the pressure P exerted by the inclined plane. The resultant R of these forces is up and parallel to the incline thereby sliding the block up it. Determine pressure P. Hint: Take one axis parallel to the incline. * W = 350 kN R F = 900 kN 30deg P. 15deg

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

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Chapter15: Slope Stability

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