Question

In stability computation, the curve representing the real surface of sliding is usually replaced by ___________

a.

Arc of circle and Logarithmic failure

b.

Cycloid

c.

None of the mentioned

d.

All of the mentioned

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Answer: (a).Arc of circle and Logarithmic failure

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