The block of concrete shown in the diagram is 15 feet tall and 2 feet thick. It must resist a lateral (sideways) force of 10 kips, without falling over. How wide must the block be? 2" 10k 15 ??

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The block of concrete shown in the diagram is 15 feet tall and 2 feet thick. It
must resist a lateral (sideways) force of 10 kips, without falling over. How
wide must the block be?
10k
15'
??
2.
Transcribed Image Text:The block of concrete shown in the diagram is 15 feet tall and 2 feet thick. It must resist a lateral (sideways) force of 10 kips, without falling over. How wide must the block be? 10k 15' ?? 2.
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