A retaining wall of height {H} with smooth vertical backface supports a backfill inclined at an angle β with the horizontal. The backfill consists of cohesionless soil having angle of internal friction φ. If the active lateral thrust acting on the wall is {P}_{ {a}} which one of the following statements is TRUE?

Question

A retaining wall of height  {H} with smooth vertical backface supports a backfill inclined at an angle β with the horizontal. The backfill consists of cohesionless soil having angle of internal friction φ. If the active lateral thrust acting on the wall is  {P}_{ {a}} which one of the following statements is TRUE?

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Correct Answer is :  Pa acts at a height H/3 from the base of the wall and at an angle β with the horizontal

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