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The rupture mass sliding down a surface in a definite pattern resembles __________

(a) Curve

(b) Cycloid

(c) Ellipse

(d) Circle

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My question is based upon Stability Analysis of Finite Slopes topic in chapter Stability of Slopes of Geotechnical Engineering II

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Correct answer is (b) Cycloid

Best explanation: Collin observed that the rupture mass slide down a sliding surface, in a definite pattern resembling that of a cycloid.

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