A load P =40 kN axial load is applied to a short wooden post that is supported by a concrete footing resting on undisturbed soil. Determine the) the size of the footing (b) in mm (rounded as whole number) for which the average bearing stress in the soil is 140 kPa.

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A load P =40 kN axial load is applied to a short wooden post that is
supported by a concrete footing resting on undisturbed soil.
Determine the) the size of the footing (b) in mm (rounded as whole
number) for which the average bearing stress in the soil is 140 kPa.
Transcribed Image Text:120 mm 100 mm A load P =40 kN axial load is applied to a short wooden post that is supported by a concrete footing resting on undisturbed soil. Determine the) the size of the footing (b) in mm (rounded as whole number) for which the average bearing stress in the soil is 140 kPa.
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