The 500 kN block shown is in contact with a 45° incline. The coefficient of static friction is 0.25. a) Determine the horizontal force P necessary to just start the block up the incline. b) Determine the horizontal force P necessary to just prevent motion down the incline. c) If P= 400 kN, determine the magnitude of the friction force.

The 500 kN block shown is in contact with a 45° incline. The coefficient of static friction is 0.25. a) Determine the horizontal force P necessary to just start the block up the incline. b) Determine the horizontal force P necessary to just prevent motion down the incline. c) If P= 400 kN, determine the magnitude of the friction force.

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter14: Lateral Earth Pressure: Curved Failure Surface

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