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The factor K, in the radius of the friction circle(Kr sin φ) depends on ____________

(a) Radius of the frictional circle

(b) Frictional resistances offered

(c) Cohesive resistance

(d) Central angle of the slip arc

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This key question is from Friction Circle Method in portion Stability of Slopes of Geotechnical Engineering II

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The correct answer is (d) Central angle of the slip arc

Explanation: In the frictional circle radius of Kr sin φ, the factor K depends on the central angle δ of the slip arc.

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