For the pressure beneath the base of a retaining wall with width b to remain entirely compressive, the eccentricity of the combined resultant force from the wall's weight and the soil pressure must not exceed which of the following values?

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14 Jan 2019
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To ensure the pressure under the base of a retaining wall is fully compressive, the eccentricity of the resultant force must be limited to b/6. Exceeding this value can cause tensile stresses and potential instability.

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