Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133840728
Author: Limbrunner
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.20P
The soil pressure under a concrete footing is calculated to be 2 tons per square foot. Express this value in pounds per square foot (psi) and pounds per square inch (psi).
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