In figure 4 , the vertical gate AB is 5m wide into the page. It is supported with a hinge at point A and a stopper at point B. The water is at 20º

(a) Write an expression for the variation in pressure along the inner vertical wall. 

(b) Compute the force on the gate from the water. 

Figure 4: Vertical gate

 

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Pa Water h = 9.5 m B Pa Figure 4: Vertical gate L = 4 m Pa Water h = 9.5 m B Pa Figure 4: Vertical gate L = 4 m

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