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A 2m X 2m square foundation is 2.5m deep. The standard penetration blow count (n) is 28. Calculate the allowable bearing capacity at that depth?

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das

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Chapter8: Mat Foundations

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