The earth pressure at rest exerted on a retaining structure can be ca – McqOptions

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1.	The earth pressure at rest exerted on a retaining structure can be calculated using __________
A.	Theory of plasticity
B.	Theory of elasticity
C.	Mohr’s theory of rupture
D.	None of the mentioned
Answer» C. Mohr’s theory of rupture

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