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A 20-ft-high temporary retaining wall holds dry sand with unit weight 120 pcf and friction angle 30 deg. Using Rankine active earth pressure, what is the total lateral force per foot of wall?

4.0 kips/ft 8.0 kips/ft 12.0 kips/ft 16.0 kips/ft

Correct Answer:

8.0 kips/ft

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