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Construct the shear -force diagram and identify the largest negative shear force. Assume a = 3.1 ft, b = 6.2 ft, c= 12.4 ft, W= 1200 1b/ft. and Pa 1200 1b,

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Chapter6: Vertical Stress Increase In Soil

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Problem 6.4P: Refer to Figure P6.4. A strip load of q = 900 lb/ft2 is applied over a width B = 36 ft. Determine...

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