Question: ( b ) A 4 m high retaining wall is constructed as shown in Figure. Q . 4 ( b ) to support a surcharge

(b) A 4 m high retaining wall is constructed as shown in Figure. Q.4(b) to support a surcharge of 15kNm2. The ground water level is 2 m below the top of the wall. The properties of the soil are given in the figure.
(i) Determine the coefficient of active lateral earth pressure under Rankine's Theory.
(2 marks)
(ii) Calculate the total lateral force per unit length of the wall.
(8 marks)
(iii) Find the location of the line of action of the total lateral force.
(4 marks)
( b ) A 4 m high retaining wall is constructed as

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