Question: 7 . 3 A 1 . 5 m times 2 . 0 m rectangular foundation is placed at 1 . 0 m depth in sand

7.3 A 1.5m times 2.0m rectangular foundation is placed at 1.0 m
depth in sand where \phi ^(')=40\deg and \gamma =18.5k(N)/(m^(3)). Bedrock
is present at 1.0 m below the foundation. Using Eq.(7.3),
determine the ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation.

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