Question: A rectangular retaining wall measures 6 meters in height and 8 meters in length. If the density of the retained soil behind the wall is

A rectangular retaining wall measures 6 meters in height and 8 meters in length. If the density of the retained soil behind the wall is 18 kN/m^3, what is the total weight of the soil acting on the wall?
A)864 kN
B)8640 kN
C)720 kN
D)7200 kN

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