Concrete dams are built to be much thicker at the bottom than at the top. Which of the following is the best explanation why? OA) Gravity is stronger at the bottom of the dam because it is closer to the planet. O B) It makes them more stable and less likely to topple over. OC) It is a standard practice in any type of construction. O D) The water pressure on the dam increases as it gets deeper.

Concrete dams are built to be much thicker at the bottom than at the top. Which of the following is the best explanation why? OA) Gravity is stronger at the bottom of the dam because it is closer to the planet. O B) It makes them more stable and less likely to topple over. OC) It is a standard practice in any type of construction. O D) The water pressure on the dam increases as it gets deeper.

College Physics

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305952300

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...

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