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Foundation Engineering

Coulomb Wedge Theory

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Consider the following statements:
Which of the above statements are correct?

A

1 and 2

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1 and 3

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C

2 and 3

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1, 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is C 2 and 3
Uniform surcharge increases both active and passive earth pressure.

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