Question: A rectangular gate A B with 5 m wide is hinged at A as shown in Example 1 The weight of the gate, W is

A rectangular gate AB with 5m wide is hinged at A as shown in Example 1 The
weight of the gate, W is 10kN. A horizontal strut force P of 60kN is applied at
the top of the gate in order to hold the gate at its position. Determine the
maximum depth of water, h that the gate can be retained.
Example 1
A rectangular gate A B with 5 m wide is hinged at

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