A concrete masonry unit is tested for compressive strength and produces the following results: Failure load = 850 kN Gross area = 0.081 m2 Gross volume = 0.015 m3 Net volume = 0.007 m3 Is the unit categorized as solid or hollow? What is the compressive strength of the concrete masonry unit?

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