Boussinesq’s equation for ascertaining unit pressure... - Solved MCQs & Answer

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Boussinesq’s equation for ascertaining unit pressure at a depth on sewers due to traffic loads, is________?

Apt = 2 3p/3Z5

Bpt = 2H3p/3 Z5

Cpt = 3H3p/2 Z5

Dpt = 3H3p/2Z5

Correct answer

C. pt = 3H3p/2 Z5

Explanation

The correct answer is pt = 3H3p/2 Z5.

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