A tank of water (SG = 1) has a gate in its vertical wall 5 m high and 3 m wide. The top edge of the gate is 2 m below the surface. What is the hydrostatic force on the gate? a. 147 kN b. 367 kN c. 490 kN d. 661 kN

A tank of water (SG = 1) has a gate in its vertical wall 5 m high and 3 m wide. The top edge of the gate is 2 m below the surface. What is the hydrostatic force on the gate? a. 147 kN b. 367 kN c. 490 kN d. 661 kN

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Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das

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Chapter15: Braced Cuts

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Problem 15.10P

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