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Write the assumptions made by Coulomb in developing earth pressure theory.
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ASSUMPTIONS
The backfill is dry,cohesion less,,homogeneous and isotropic.
The backfill surface can be planer or inclined.
The back of the wall can be inclined to the vertical.
Friction is considered between wall material and soil.
The sliding wedge is considered as a rigid body.
The position and line of action of earth pressure will be known in advance.
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