Readings on a rod held at two points and B, 75 m apart, are 2.965 m and 1.295 m, respectively. Determine the rod reading at points on line AB which are 25 m and 45 m from A. Assume that there is a uniform gradient along line AB

Readings on a rod held at two points and B, 75 m apart, are 2.965 m and 1.295 m, respectively. Determine the rod reading at points on line AB which are 25 m and 45 m from A. Assume that there is a uniform gradient along line AB

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781305970939

Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Chapter15: Slope Stability

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15.27P

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