| Q.47 | If failure of a gravity dam occurs due to compression, then the vertical direct stress distribution at the base will be: | |
| Ans | 1. a combination of direct stress and bending stress | |
| 2. only due to direct stress | ||
| 3. a combination of direct stress and compressive stress | ||
| 4. only due to compressive stress |
Correct Ans Provided: 1