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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? 2" 10k 15 ??

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.
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