Question: For the same foundation in Fig. P 7 . 2 0 , determine the average vertical stress increase ( ' ) at 6 m and

For the same foundation in Fig. P7.20, determine the average vertical stress increase (') at 6m and 15m of depth applying the approximated method called 2:1 Method (Section 7.11.7) and sketch the problem. How do the estimated values compare with the values calculated in Problem 1 for point A at the same depth?
7.20 A rectangular foundation 4m6m(Figure P7.20) transmits a stress of 100kPa on the surface of a soil deposit. Plot the distribution of increases of vertical stresses with depth under points A,B, and C up to a depth of 20m. At what depth is the increase in vertical stress below A less than 10% of the surface stress?
For the same foundation in Fig. P 7 . 2 0 ,

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