H.Q 2A square foundation measuring 1.5 m x 1.5 m is supported by asaturated clay layer of limited depth underlain by a rock layer. Giventhat Dr = 1 m, H = 0.7 m, Cu = 115 kN/m2, and y =18.5 kN/m3, estimatethe ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation.

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H.Q 2 A square foundation measuring 1.5 m x 1.5 m is supported by a saturated clay layer of limited depth underlain by a rock layer. Given that Df = 1 m, H = 0.7 m, cu = 115 kN/m², and y =18.5 kN/m3, estimate the ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation.

H.Q 2 A square foundation measuring 1.5 m x 1.5 m is supported by a saturated clay layer of limited depth underlain by a rock layer. Given that Df = 1 m, H = 0.7 m, cu = 115 kN/m², and y =18.5 kN/m3, estimate the ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation.

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A square foundation measuring 1.5 m x 1.5 m is supported by a
saturated clay layer of limited depth underlain by a rock layer. Given
that Dr = 1 m, H = 0.7 m, Cu = 115 kN/m2, and y =18.5 kN/m3, estimate
the ultimate bearing capacity of the foundation.

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