Question

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

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Answer: (b).Theory of elasticity

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