A vertical cut is to be made in saturated clay with c = 15 kN/m², $=0°, and 20kN/m³. What is the theoretical depth to which the clay can be excavated without side collapse? A) 6 m B) 2 m C) 2.5 m D) 3 m
A vertical cut is to be made in saturated clay with c = 15 kN/m², $=0°, and 20kN/m³. What is the theoretical depth to which the clay can be excavated without side collapse? A) 6 m B) 2 m C) 2.5 m D) 3 m
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