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If an infinite slope of clay at a depth of 6 m has cohesion of 3 t/m² and unit weight of 2.5 t/m3, then the stability number will be

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Chapter15: Slope Stability

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15.5P

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If an infinite slope of clay at a depth of 6 m
has cohesion of 3 t/m² and unit weight of
2.5 t/m³, then the stability number will be

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