Q4: A line load of 100 kN/m run extends to a long distance. Determine the intensity of vertical stress at a point, 2 m below the surface and i) Directly under the line load and i) At a distance 2 m perpendicular to the line.

Q4: A line load of 100 kN/m run extends to a long distance. Determine the intensity of vertical stress at a point, 2 m below the surface and i) Directly under the line load and i) At a distance 2 m perpendicular to the line.

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Q4: A line load of 100 kN/m run
extends to a long distance. Determine
the intensity of vertical stress at a
point, 2 m below the surface and
i) Directly under the line load and
ii) At a distance 2 m perpendicular to
the line.

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