If the eccentricity of the resultant falls outside the middle third, t – McqOptions

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1.	If the eccentricity of the resultant falls outside the middle third, the ultimate failure of the dam occurs by ______________
A.	tension
B.	crushing
C.	sliding
D.	overturning
Answer» B. crushing

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