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Calculate the factor of safety at the point of maximum shear if unit shearing resistance is 97.9 kN/m2 and the maximum shear-stress induced is 55.72 kN/m2. Check whether the dam is safe or unsafe.

A. F.O.S = 1.93 and safe
B. F.O.S = 1.75 and unsafe
C. F.O.S = 0.569 and safe
D. F.O.S = 1.75 and safe
Answer» E.


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