A Gate in an Irrigation Canal Is Constructed in the Form

question 158

Multiple Choice

A gate in an irrigation canal is constructed in the form of a trapezoid $4 \mathrm { ft }$ wide at the bottom, $8 \mathrm { ft }$ wide at the top, and $2 \mathrm { ft }$ high. It is placed vertically in the canal, with the water extending to its top. Find the hydrostatic force on one side of the gate.

• A) \(166 \mathrm { lb }\)
• B) \(21 \mathrm { lb }\)
• C) \(67 \mathrm { lb }\)
• D) \(666 \mathrm { lb }\)
• E) None of these

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