Question: A rectangular plate with a width of 16 m and a height of 12 m is located 4 m below a water surface. The plate

A rectangular plate with a width of 16 m and a height of 12 m is located 4 m below a water surface. The plate is tilted and makes a 35° angle with the horizontal. The resultant hydrostatic force acting on the top surface of this plate is

(a) 10,800 kN

(b) 9745 kN

(c) 8470 kN

(d) 6400 kN

(e) 5190 kN

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